Le compromis
Example: Le compromis entre les deux partis a permis d'éviter un conflit majeur.
Definition
"Le compromis" is an agreement reached between two or more parties in which each side makes concessions to resolve a dispute or avoid conflict. It involves mutual understanding and willingness to find a middle ground, as in the phrase: "Le compromis entre les deux partis a permis d'éviter un conflit majeur."
Etymology
The French term "le compromis" originates from the Latin word 'compromissum,' which means a mutual promise or agreement. Did you know? The word carries the idea of 'promise together,' reflecting how parties agree to settle differences by giving something up. This concept has been used in legal and diplomatic contexts since medieval times.
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"Le compromis" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (C1) - set 1", containing 120 commonly used words.
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