meaning of compromise
1. A mutual agreement to refer matters in dispute to the decision of arbitrators.
2. A settlement by arbitration or by mutual consent reached by concession on both sides; a reciprocal abatement of extreme demands or rights, resulting in an agreement.
3. A committal to something derogatory or objectionable; a prejudicial concession; a surrender; as, a compromise of character or right.
4. To bind by mutual agreement; to agree.
5. To adjust and settle by mutual concessions; to compound.
6. 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.
7. To agree; to accord.
8. To make concession for conciliation and peace.
9. a middle way between two extremes
Related Words
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