Simple meaning
What does Compromise mean?
A compromise is a fair middle agreement.
Dictionary definition
A compromise is an agreement where each side gives up something to solve a disagreement.
Example sentences
Compromise in a sentence
easy
In class, we learned what compromise means.
medium
The story used compromise to show how characters handled conflict.
hard
Using compromise in my writing helped explain social tension and resolution more clearly.
Synonyms
Words like Compromise
agreementRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
middle groundRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
settlementRelated meaning; check context for exact use.
Antonyms
Opposite words
standoffHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
refusalHelpful contrast for understanding meaning.
Word family
Compromise word family
Base word
compromise
noun
compromise
Base form.
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What does compromise mean?
COMPROMISE means a compromise is a fair middle agreement.
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