compromiser

com·pro·mise

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [kom-pruh-mahyz]
- /ˈkɒm prəˌmaɪz/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [kom-pruh-mahyz]
- /ˈkɒm prəˌmaɪz/

Definitions of compromiser word

noun compromiser a settlement of differences by mutual concessions; an agreement reached by adjustment of conflicting or opposing claims, principles, etc., by reciprocal modification of demands. 1
noun compromiser the result of such a settlement. 1
noun compromiser something intermediate between different things: The split-level is a compromise between a ranch house and a multistoried house. 1
noun compromiser an endangering, especially of reputation; exposure to danger, suspicion, etc.: a compromise of one's integrity. 1
verb with object compromiser to settle by a compromise. 1
verb with object compromiser to expose or make vulnerable to danger, suspicion, scandal, etc.; jeopardize: a military oversight that compromised the nation's defenses. 1

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Origin of compromiser

First appearance:

before 1400

One of the 24% oldest English words

1400-50; late Middle English < Anglo-French compromisse, Middle French compromis < Latin comprōmissum. See com-, promise

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Parts of speech for Compromiser

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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compromiser popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 93% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 57% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Synonyms for compromiser

noun compromiser

judge — Alan L(aVern) born 1932, U.S. astronaut.
arbitrator — a person selected to judge a dispute; arbiter, esp. one, as in collective bargaining negotiations, named with the consent of both sides
referee — one to whom something is referred, especially for decision or settlement; arbitrator.
ref — referee in a sport
ump — sport: umpire

All 16 Synonyms of compromiser