Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

compromise

[kom-pruh-mahyz] / ˈkɒm prəˌmaɪz /






Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

Those who stand up for their ideals and principles without compromise, and seek to communicate them clearly, certainly won’t win every election, and they may well suffer for their convictions.

From Salon Aug. 23, 2026

The mayor opposed a standalone department at the time because it “would add to the bureaucracy,” and the bureau was a compromise, Sterling said.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 23, 2026

So in a weird way, the new wordmark is kind of the perfect compromise.

From Slate Aug. 21, 2026

People with conditions that compromise the immune system are often more likely to produce weaker responses.

From Science Daily Aug. 21, 2026

In the end, we’d bury our dad in a compromise casket—nothing too fancy, nothing too plain—and never once discuss it again.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama

He will also need the buy-in from the provinces on any compromises.

From BBC Aug. 18, 2026

"A politician in Europe is someone who knows how to seek compromises, find common ground, understand the public mood, and adapt to it."

From Barron's Aug. 14, 2026

Their analysis found that every method for electing a national legislature involves compromises, usually among local representation, national proportionality, and the total number of parliamentary seats.

From Science Daily Aug. 2, 2026

“So I can only go by what he and the training staff are telling me. So, unless I hear otherwise, that hitting compromises his health, then I’m going to keep putting him in the lineup.”

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 25, 2026

“After all our meetings and negotiations and compromises, I little expected something of this nature to occur! I have half a mind to leave now!”

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling

Some have demanded the city more thoroughly investigate whether municipal finances or policies were compromised and enact safeguards.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 22, 2026

In addition to academic institutions, Mabna is alleged to have targeted and compromised employee email accounts from at least five US federal and state government agencies.

From BBC Aug. 19, 2026

That said, one hacker can wreak no small amount of havoc, as one compromised water system might serve tens of thousands of people.

From Slate Aug. 19, 2026

The suspension of counting appeared "disproportionate" as only a small number of the more than 13,000 polling stations had reportedly been compromised, the Austrian politician told reporters.

From Barron's Aug. 15, 2026

She begins worrying that something’s wrong, that my immune system is compromised somehow.

From "Everything, Everything" by Nicola Yoon

On Monday, a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing more than 250 people so far and compromising hundreds of buildings.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 11, 2026

Now it’s about creating an income and tax strategy that allows you to enjoy those assets without compromising your long-term security.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

United States in 1929 that where Congress prescribes the exclusive method for compromising tax liability, informal settlements by officials, however senior, do not bind the United States.

From Slate Aug. 10, 2026

Kimberly-Clark believes hesperaloe is a breakthrough because its long, slender fibers offer a rare combination of both softness and strength, which it says could give consumers a sustainable choice without compromising on feel.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 4, 2026

He got into the history books on his day off, when he thought he was compromising himself.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides




Vocabulary lists containing compromise


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Dictionary.com's Learning Companion

Go beyond just looking up words.
Remember them forever with VocabTrainer.

Start training