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The correct spelling is compromise.
How to pronounce compromise
/ˈkɒmpɹəˌmaɪz/
nounIPA: /ˈkɒmpɹəˌmaɪz/
Say it like: Com-pro-mis-e
The correct spelling is compromise. The settlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions. For example: "a compromise of character or right"
Usage Examples
“a compromise of character or right”
“He tried to compromise the security in the computer by guessing the password.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The settlement of differences by arbitration or by consent reached by mutual concessions.
- 2.A committal to something derogatory or objectionable; a prejudicial concession; a surrender.
- 3.In data security, a violation of the security system such that an unauthorized disclosure or loss of sensitive information may have occurred, or the unauthorized disclosure or loss itself.
verb
- 1.To bind by mutual agreement.
- 2.To adjust and settle by mutual concessions; to compound.
- 3.To find a way between extremes.
- 4.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.
- 5.To cause impairment of.
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