compromise
//ˈkɒmprəmaɪz//
Noun
compromisesPlural
1
An agreement or settlement of a dispute reached by each side making concessions.
After hours of negotiation, they reached a compromise that satisfied both parties.
2
An intermediate state between conflicting alternatives reached by mutual concession.
They reached a compromise that satisfied both parties.
Verb
compromiseInfinitive
compromisePresent tense
compromisedPast tense
compromisedPast participle
compromisingPresent participle
compromisesThird-person singular
1
To settle a dispute by mutual concession; to reach an agreement in which each side gives up part of its demands.
After hours of negotiation, both sides agreed to compromise on the price.
2
To accept standards that are lower than desirable; to make a concession to something unfavorable.
I refuse to compromise on quality just to save money.
3
To expose to danger, suspicion, or disrepute; to weaken or damage.
The scandal could compromise his reputation.