compromise

com-pro-mise · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An agreement reached by each side making concessions.

  2. 2.

    To settle a dispute by mutual concession.

  3. 3.

    A middle state between conflicting positions.

  4. 4.

    To weaken or damage something.

  5. 5.

    To expose to risk or danger.

Forms

plural: compromises

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    reach a compromise — to come to an agreement
  • •
    compromise on — to make concessions regarding
  • •
    no compromise — refusing to make any concessions

Related words

Antonyms: deadlock, impasse, standoff
See also: agreement, compromised, negotiate
Synonyms: agreement, concession, deal, settlement

Etymology

From Latin "compromissum" meaning a mutual promise to abide by an arbiter's decision, from "com-" (together) and "promittere" (to promise).