compromising (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /ˈkɒm.prə.maɪ.zɪŋ/
Definition
Causing someone to appear foolish or less than fully respected, especially by revealing something embarrassing or shameful.
Examples
The reporter published a compromising email that revealed the CEO's unethical practices.
He felt that accepting the bribe would be compromising, so he refused.
She was in a compromising position after her private diary was found.
How to Use compromising
- compromising position (collocation)
- A situation that could lead to embarrassment or damage reputation. — "His secret affair put him in a compromising position."
- compromising material (collocation)
- Information that could be used to damage someone's reputation or blackmail them. — "The journalist obtained compromising material about the politician."
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