Compromise - definition, pronunciation, transcription
noun
- an accommodation in which both sides make concessions
verb
- expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute
Extra examples
To avoid an argument, always be ready to seek compromise.
She says that accepting their proposal would be a compromise of her principles.
The two sides were unwilling to compromise.
We can't reveal that information without compromising national security.
Being seen with her compromises me.
Compromise is an inevitable part of marriage.
To stop the argument they decided on a compromise.
Fresh attempts at compromise with the legislature were also on the agenda.
If moderates fail to reach a compromise, the extremists will dominate the agenda.
Be prepared to make compromises.
She admitted that she was unable to compromise.
His work-mates demanded that he never compromise with the bosses.
The new regime was prepared to compromise on the oil dispute.
As soon as you compromise your principles you are lost.
She had already compromised herself by accepting his invitation.
Word forms
I/you/we/they: compromise
he/she/it: compromises
present participle: compromising
past tense: compromised
past participle: compromised
singular: compromise
plural: compromises
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