compromise

/kˈɒmpɹəmˌa‍ɪz/

/ˈkɑmpɹəˌmaɪz/

Compromise

compromis

a middle state between two opposing situations that is reached by slightly changing both of them, so that they can coexist

Synonymes : via media

compromis

an agreement between two sides reached by giving up some of their demands

to compromise

MAIN VERB

trouver un compromis

to come to an agreement after a dispute by reducing demands

faire des compromis

settle by concession

mettre en péril

to put someone or something in danger or under suspicion, particularly by being careless

Exemples

1. In the end we reached a compromise.

2. The fight about homework rules ended in a compromise.

3. The couple had to compromise and give and take in order to make their marriage work.

4. The politician burned his boats by refusing to compromise on his position.