Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
comprometer
verb
/kɒmprəˈmɛɪtə/
Definition
To compromise or jeopardize something; to make a commitment or to involve someone in an agreement.
Examples
- His actions could comprometer the entire project.
- They decided not to comprometer their principles for profit.
- She felt that her decision would comprometer her reputation.
Meaning
To put something at risk or to bind oneself to a course of action, often with obligations or responsibilities.
Synonyms
- jeopardize
- compromise
- endanger
- risk