compromise

1. n. A mutual agreement to refer matters in dispute to the decision of arbitrators. Source: opted

2. n. A settlement by arbitration or by mutual consent reached by concession on both sides; a reciprocal abatement of extreme demands or rights, resulting in an agreement. Source: opted

3. n. A committal to something derogatory or objectionable; a prejudicial concession; a surrender; as, a compromise of character or right. Source: opted

4. n. To bind by mutual agreement; to agree. Source: opted

5. n. To adjust and settle by mutual concessions; to compound. Source: opted

6. n. 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. Source: opted

7. v. i. To agree; to accord. Source: opted

8. v. i. To make concession for conciliation and peace. Source: opted

9. n. a middle way between two extremes Source: wordnet

10. n. an accommodation in which both sides make concessions Source: wordnet

11. v. make a compromise; arrive at a compromise Source: wordnet

12. v. settle by concession Source: wordnet

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