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compromise

/kɒmpraɪz/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does compromise mean?

noun, verb

A compromise is an agreement or settlement of a dispute that is reached by each side giving in a little. To compromise something means to make it less severe or extreme.

Example

"The two parties were able to reach a compromise on the terms of the contract."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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