compromise

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/ˈkɒmpɹəˌmaɪz/ English

Definitions

noun

The settlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions.
A committal to something derogatory or objectionable; a prejudicial concession; a surrender.“a compromise of character or right”
In data security, a violation of the security system such that an unauthorized disclosure or loss of sensitive information may have occurred, or the unauthorized disclosure or loss itself.

verb

To bind by mutual agreement.
To adjust and settle by mutual concessions; to compound.
To find a way between extremes.
To pledge by some act or declaration; to endanger the life, reputation, etc., of, by some act which can not be recalled; to expose to suspicion.

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Synonyms

split the difference via media give-and-take obligation reconciliation mediation conciliation arbitration agreement committed reconcile pledge settlement bargaining commit promise concession

Associated

tariff whereby slavery integrity factions reached solution sovereignty monarchy slave candidate democrats

Rhymes

scrutinize surmise aggrandize emphasize recognize actualize analyze reprise comprise likewise

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