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⚖️compromise

noun, verb
/ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/
comprise Compulsion
compromise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning compromise synonyms and antonyms card — visual word comparison compromise collocation card — common word combinations and phrases

Meaning

A settlement of differences in which each side makes concessions; or to weaken or put at risk.
to accept standards that are lower than is desirable; to settle a dispute by mutual concession
To expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute.

Example Sentences

They reached a compromise after long negotiations.

They had to compromise on the budget to reach an agreement.

Excessive sharing can compromise your privacy.

Example Expressions

reach a compromise

Synonyms

settlement, agreement, deal, concession, negotiate, settle, concede, adjust, endanger, jeopardize, threaten, risk, expose
Entry 1
settlement, agreement, deal, concession
Entry 2
negotiate, settle, concede, adjust
Entry 3
endanger, jeopardize, threaten, risk, expose

Antonyms

dispute, disagreement, insist, demand, refuse, resist, secure, protect, safeguard, preserve
Entry 1
dispute, disagreement
Entry 2
insist, demand, refuse, resist
Entry 3
secure, protect, safeguard, preserve

Collocations

make a compromise, reach a compromise, political compromise, compromise solution, compromise on, willing to compromise, compromise between, compromise with, reach compromise
Entry 1
make a compromise, reach a compromise, political compromise, compromise solution
Entry 2
compromise on, willing to compromise, compromise between, compromise with, reach compromise

More Example Sentences

They were closed to any compromise.

She ends up refusing to compromise.

We refused to compromise repeatedly.

They are willing enough to compromise.

They refuse to compromise at all costs.

We simply refuse to compromise on safety.

If we think realistically, a compromise is the best way forward.

Both patience and a willingness to compromise are needed for diplomatic success.

I want to assure you that the quality of work will not be compromised in any way.

I hope that based on my qualifications and market research, we can arrive at a fair compromise.

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