Vocabulary C1: to give up some of your demands in order to reach an agreement after disagreeing with somebody

Question

to give up some of your demands in order to reach an agreement after disagreeing with somebody

Lam Nguyenvan · Accepted Answer

After much argument, the judges finally COMPROMISED on (= agreed to give the prize to) the 18-year old pianist.

Lam Nguyenvan · Answer

COMPROMISE

Lam Nguyenvan · Answer

I refuse to COMPROMISE my principles.

Lam Nguyenvan · Answer

Defeat at this stage would COMPROMISE their chances (= reduce their chances) of reaching the finals of the competition.

To give up some of your demands in order to reach an agreement after disagreeing with somebody