Compromise — synonyms, definition

1. compromise (Noun)

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compromise (Noun) — A middle way between two extremes.

compromise (Noun) — An accommodation in which both sides make concessions. ex. "the newly elected congressmen rejected a compromise because they considered it 'business as usual'"

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2. compromise (Verb)

accommodate agree appease arbitrate arrange bargain come to terms concede conciliate contract discredit endanger give in hazard hedge imperil iron out jeopardise jeopardize make amends • • •

compromise (Verb) — Make a compromise; arrive at a compromise. ex. "nobody will get everything he wants; we all must compromise"

compromise (Verb) — Settle by concession.

compromise (Verb) — Expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute. ex. "The nuclear secrets of the state were compromised by the spy"

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