compromise
/ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/ · /ˈkɑːmprəmaɪz/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #5369 in the learning path
妥协；折中方案
Definitions
n. An agreement in which each side accepts less than originally wanted.
妥协；折中方案
v. To reach agreement by accepting less than you originally wanted.
妥协；折中
v. To weaken or put something valuable at risk.
损害；危及
Example
We reached a compromise and shared the last biscuit.
我们达成了折中方案，分着吃了最后一块饼干。
Governments must find a compromise between expanding housing supply and protecting green spaces in densely populated cities.
政府必须在增加住房供应和保护人口密集城市的绿地之间找到折中方案。
Collocations
- reach a compromise
- compromise on
- compromise safety
- a reasonable compromise
Word family
- compromising (adj.)
- uncompromising (adj.)
Usage tip
compromise on表示在某事上让步；直接接宾语可表损害。
FAQ
- What does compromise mean?
- An agreement in which each side accepts less than originally wanted. To reach agreement by accepting less than you originally wanted. To weaken or put something valuable at risk.
- How is compromise pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɒmprəmaɪz/, US /ˈkɑːmprəmaɪz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
