compromise
Definition
- n. a middle way between two extremes
- n. an accommodation in which both sides make concessions
- v. make a compromise; arrive at a compromise; we all must compromise"
- v. settle by concession
Word forms
- Past participle
- compromised
- Present participle
- compromising
- Past tense
- compromised
- Third person singular
- compromises
Example sentences
n.
The two sides reached a compromise after days of negotiation.
vi.
Sometimes, you have to compromise to keep the peace in a relationship.
vt.
His careless actions could compromise the safety of the entire team.