compromise
0 antonyms and opposites of compromise, grouped by meaning.
Noun — An agreement reached when each side gives up part of what it wants.
How to use compromise
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin compromissum, "a mutual promise to accept an arbiter's decision," from com- ("together") + promittere ("to promise").
Full origin of compromise →Frequently asked questions
What does “compromise” mean?
The word “compromise” means an agreement reached when each side gives up part of what it wants. In plain terms, a middle-ground agreement, or to weaken/damage something (including a security breach).
How do you pronounce “compromise”?
“Compromise” is pronounced KOMP-ruh-myz (/ˈkɑmpɹəˌmaɪz/ in IPA).
How do you use “compromise” in a sentence?
Here is “compromise” used in a sentence: “After hours of negotiation, both sides reached a compromise.”
What part of speech is “compromise”?
Depending on how it is used, “compromise” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “compromise” come from?
The word “compromise” comes from Latin. From Latin compromissum, "a mutual promise to accept an arbiter's decision," from com- ("together") + promittere ("to promise").
Is “compromise” a common word?
“Compromise” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “compromise” have?
“Compromise” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an agreement reached when each side gives up part of what it wants.
What is the difference between a compromise and a consensus?
A compromise is an agreement reached when each side gives up part of what it wants, so no one gets everything. A consensus is a position that everyone can genuinely accept and support, often reached through discussion rather than mutual concession. A compromise settles a dispute by trade-offs, while consensus seeks broad agreement.
Is compromise a noun or a verb?
Compromise can be both. As a noun it names the agreement itself, as in 'they reached a compromise'. As a verb it describes the act of settling a disagreement through concessions, as in 'both sides had to compromise'.
What is the difference between compromise and sacrifice?
In a compromise, each side gives up part of what it wants so that both gain something from the agreement. A sacrifice involves giving something up without a matching concession from the other side, often for a larger goal. Compromise is mutual; sacrifice can be one-sided.