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peril vs compromise

compromise vs peril

peril and compromise both are nouns.

peril and compromise both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
peril Yes No Yes No
compromise Yes No Yes No
As verbs, compromise is a hyponym of peril; that is, compromise is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than peril:
  • peril: put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position
  • compromise: expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute
peril (noun) compromise (noun)
a venture undertaken without regard to possible loss or injury a middle way between two extremes
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune an accommodation in which both sides make concessions
a state of danger involving risk
peril (verb) compromise (verb)
put in a dangerous, disadvantageous, or difficult position settle by concession
pose a threat to; present a danger to make a compromise; arrive at a compromise
expose or make liable to danger, suspicion, or disrepute
Difference between peril and compromise

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