[kom-pruh-mahyz] 
noun, verb, -mised, -mis⋅ing.| 1. | a settlement of differences by mutual concessions; an agreement reached by adjustment of conflicting or opposing claims, principles, etc., by reciprocal modification of demands. |
| 2. | the result of such a settlement. |
| 3. | something intermediate between different things: The split-level is a compromise between a ranch house and a multistoried house. |
| 4. | an endangering, esp. of reputation; exposure to danger, suspicion, etc.: a compromise of one's integrity. |
| 5. | to settle by a compromise. |
| 6. | to expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, scandal, etc.; jeopardize: a military oversight that compromised the nation's defenses. |
| 7. | Obsolete.
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| 8. | to make a compromise or compromises: The conflicting parties agreed to compromise. |
| 9. | to make a dishonorable or shameful concession: He is too honorable to compromise with his principles. |
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