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compromised

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解析 compromised in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'compromised' is a very difficult word. You don't need to use it yet. It is better to use simple words like 'broken', 'bad', or 'not safe'. If you see this word, think of something that was good but is now 'hurt' or 'dangerous'. For example, if a toy is 'compromised', it might be broken and not safe for a baby. If a house is 'compromised', it might have a big hole in the roof. Just remember: it means something is not 100% okay anymore. It is usually a bad thing. You might hear it in a movie about spies, but you can just say 'they found him' instead of 'he is compromised'. Focus on learning 'safe' and 'dangerous' first. This word is like a very formal version of 'dangerous' or 'broken'.

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At the A2 level, you might start to see 'compromised' in news stories about the internet or health. It is an adjective. It describes something that is no longer safe or strong. For example, 'The computer is compromised' means a bad person (a hacker) got into the computer. 'The bridge is compromised' means the bridge is old and might fall down. It is different from 'broken' because 'broken' usually means it doesn't work at all. 'Compromised' means it might still work, but it is risky to use. You can use it to sound more serious. Instead of saying 'My password is known by others', you can say 'My password is compromised'. It is a good word to know for reading news articles about technology or medicine.

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At the B1 level, you should understand the two main ways 'compromised' is used. First, it means 'put in danger' or 'weakened'. This is common in security (a compromised account) and health (a compromised immune system). Second, it can relate to the idea of a 'compromise' (an agreement), but as an adjective, it usually means the result is not perfect because you had to give something up. For example, 'a compromised design' might mean the design is not as good as it could be because the designer had to save money. You should be able to use this word in a professional email or a school essay. It shows you have a good vocabulary. Remember that it is often used in the passive voice: 'The data was compromised'. It is a very useful word for discussing problems in a formal way.

At the B2 level, you should be comfortable using 'compromised' in various professional and academic contexts. You should understand the nuance that 'compromised' implies a loss of integrity. Whether it is 'structural integrity', 'moral integrity', or 'data integrity', the word suggests that the core quality of the object has been damaged. You should also recognize it in phrases like 'compromised position', which means being in a situation where you are vulnerable to attack or criticism. At this level, you should avoid the common mistake of using 'compromised of' instead of 'composed of'. You can use 'compromised' to describe complex situations, such as 'The study's results were compromised by a small sample size'. This means the results are not fully reliable. It is a key word for critical thinking and analysis.

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At the C1 level, you should appreciate the subtle connotations of 'compromised'. It often implies a 'tainting' or 'pollution' of something that was once pure or secure. In legal and ethical discussions, 'compromised' is used to describe evidence or testimony that has been influenced by outside factors, making it inadmissible or untrustworthy. You should be able to use it to describe abstract concepts, such as 'compromised ideals' or 'compromised sovereignty'. At this level, you should also be aware of its use in literature and high-level journalism to describe characters who are forced into difficult moral choices. The word carries a weight of 'irreversibility'—once something is compromised, it is often difficult to restore it to its original state. Your usage should reflect this gravity and precision.

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At the C2 level, 'compromised' is a tool for precise and nuanced expression. You can use it to discuss the intricacies of international relations, where 'compromised' might describe a diplomatic stance that has been weakened by domestic pressure. You should understand its use in highly technical fields, from pathology to cryptography, where it has specific, rigorous definitions. You can also use it metaphorically in creative writing to describe the erosion of a character's soul or the slow decay of an institution. At this level, you are expected to distinguish between 'compromised' (weakened) and 'compromising' (revealing something embarrassing). For example, 'a compromised official' is one who is already weak or corrupted, while 'compromising photos' are photos that *could* ruin someone's reputation. Your mastery of the word should allow you to navigate these subtle shifts in meaning and form effortlessly.

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Compromised describes something that has been weakened or put at risk, especially in terms of security, health, or structural integrity.
In technology, it specifically means that a system or account has been breached by unauthorized users, making the data unsafe.
In medicine, it refers to a body system (like the immune system) that is not working at full strength due to illness.
It can also describe a person's reputation or ethics when they have done something that makes them appear untrustworthy or biased.

The word compromised is a multifaceted adjective that primarily describes a state where something's integrity, safety, or standard has been lowered or put at risk. In modern English, it is most frequently encountered in three distinct domains: cybersecurity, medicine, and structural engineering. When a computer system is compromised, it means unauthorized users have gained access, rendering the data unsafe. In a medical context, if an immune system is compromised, the body's natural defenses are weakened, making the person more susceptible to illness. Beyond these technical uses, it also describes a person's reputation or morals when they have done something that makes others trust them less. It is a word that carries a sense of 'brokenness' or 'vulnerability' that wasn't there before. Historically, the word comes from the idea of a mutual promise or a 'compromise' where two parties give something up to reach an agreement. Over time, the meaning shifted from a neutral 'middle ground' to a more negative 'weakened state' because when you 'compromise' a principle, you are giving up a part of its purity or strength.

Cybersecurity Context: This refers to a situation where a security boundary has been breached. If your password is leaked in a data breach, your account is considered compromised. This implies that the security is no longer absolute and the information within is potentially in the hands of bad actors.

The IT department confirmed that the main server was compromised during the overnight cyberattack, leading to a temporary shutdown of all services.

Medical Context: In healthcare, this adjective describes organs or systems that are not functioning at 100% capacity due to disease or injury. An 'immunocompromised' individual has a weakened immune system, which is a critical distinction in public health discussions.

Patients with compromised lung function are advised to avoid areas with high levels of air pollution or smoke.

Structural and Physical Integrity: Engineers use this term to describe buildings or bridges that have developed cracks or rust that make them unsafe. If the foundation is compromised, the entire structure is at risk of collapse.

After the earthquake, the inspectors found that the bridge's support beams were compromised and required immediate repair.

His political career was compromised by the scandal, making it impossible for him to win the upcoming election.

The quality of the recording was compromised by the loud background noise in the studio.

Using 'compromised' correctly requires understanding whether you are describing a physical object, a digital system, or an abstract concept like a reputation. It usually functions as a predicative adjective (after a verb like 'is', 'was', or 'became') or an attributive adjective (before a noun). Because it implies a change from a good state to a bad one, it is often paired with words that indicate the cause of the damage. For example, 'environmentally compromised' or 'financially compromised'. In professional writing, it is a powerful way to say 'damaged' without sounding too informal. It suggests that the damage is not just on the surface but affects the very core or function of the thing being described. When talking about people, it often implies a loss of ethics or a situation where someone is being blackmailed or forced to act against their will.

Describing Systems: When a system is compromised, it is no longer under the full control of its rightful owner. This is common in tech news. 'The database was compromised by a sophisticated phishing attack.'

Once the secret key is compromised, all previous messages can be decrypted by the attacker.

Describing Health: In medical reports, 'compromised' describes a reduction in function. 'The patient's cardiovascular health was compromised by years of smoking.'

Because her immune system was compromised, she had to be extremely careful during the flu season.

Describing Ethics and Reputation: If a judge takes a bribe, their integrity is compromised. This means they can no longer be trusted to be fair.

The journalist's objectivity was compromised when it was revealed he was a close friend of the politician he was covering.

A compromised position is one where you have lost your advantage or your ability to act freely.

The structural integrity of the old warehouse was compromised by the recent flooding.

In the 21st century, 'compromised' has become a staple of the evening news and digital media. You will hear it most often when a large corporation announces a data breach. 'Millions of customer records have been compromised,' is a phrase that strikes fear into consumers. It is also a key term in political thrillers and spy movies. When an agent's identity is 'compromised', it means the enemy knows who they are, and they are in immediate danger. In these stories, being compromised is often a point of no return. You will also hear it in hospitals and clinics. Doctors use it to explain why a patient might need extra care—'Because your immune system is compromised, we need to move you to a private room.' In the world of aviation and engineering, it is used during safety inspections. If a pilot says the 'hull integrity is compromised', it is a signal of a major emergency. It is a word that demands attention because it signifies that the normal, safe state of things has been violated.

News and Media: Reporting on hacking, leaks, and scandals. 'The candidate's reputation was compromised by the leaked emails.'

The news anchor reported that the national power grid had been compromised by a foreign entity.

Medical Settings: Discussing vulnerability to infection. 'He is immunocompromised, so he needs to wear a mask in public.'

The doctor explained that the patient's liver was compromised due to the long-term effects of the medication.

Aviation and Safety: Describing structural failures. 'The landing gear was compromised after the hard landing.'

Safety officials warned that the dam's wall was compromised and could fail if the rain continued.

The undercover operation was compromised when a local police officer recognized the lead agent.

Financial experts say the bank's liquidity is compromised by the sudden drop in the stock market.

The most common mistake learners make with 'compromised' is confusing it with the noun 'compromise' (an agreement). While they share a root, the adjective 'compromised' almost never refers to a happy agreement. If you say 'The deal was compromised,' people will think the deal was ruined or corrupted, not that people reached a consensus. Another frequent error is using 'compromised' when you mean 'composed' or 'comprised'. You might hear someone say, 'The team is compromised of five experts.' This is incorrect. It should be 'The team is composed of five experts.' 'Compromised' means weakened, not 'made up of'. Additionally, some people use 'compromised' as a synonym for 'broken' in every situation. While a compromised phone is broken in terms of security, a physically smashed phone is just 'broken' or 'shattered'. 'Compromised' implies a loss of a specific quality like safety or integrity, rather than just physical damage.

Confusing with 'Agreement': Mistake: 'We reached a compromised solution.' (Sounds like the solution is bad). Correct: 'We reached a compromise.' or 'We reached a mutually agreed solution.'

Incorrect: The group is compromised of ten members. Correct: The group is composed of ten members.

Overusing for Physical Damage: Mistake: 'My coffee mug is compromised because I dropped it.' (Too formal/weird). Correct: 'My coffee mug is cracked' or 'broken'. Use 'compromised' for things with a function or integrity, like a building's structure.

Incorrect: My sleep was compromised by the cat. (While technically possible, 'disturbed' or 'interrupted' is much more natural).

Misunderstanding 'Compromised Position': In chess or war, a 'compromised position' is a weak one. Some learners think it means a 'middle position'. It does not; it means you are about to lose.

The army found themselves in a compromised position after the enemy seized the high ground.

His integrity was compromised when he accepted the expensive gift from the contractor.

The witness's testimony was compromised because she had a personal grudge against the defendant.

Depending on the context, you might want to use a more specific word than 'compromised'. In cybersecurity, 'breached' or 'hacked' are more direct. In medicine, 'weakened' or 'impaired' are common alternatives. If you are talking about a building, 'unstable' or 'damaged' might be clearer. Understanding the nuances between these synonyms will help you sound more like a native speaker. 'Compromised' is unique because it suggests that the *standard* of something has been lowered. For example, a 'compromised' moral standard isn't just 'different'; it's 'worse'. Here is a comparison of how 'compromised' stacks up against its closest relatives.

Compromised vs. Jeopardized: 'Jeopardized' means put at risk of loss or failure. 'Compromised' means the damage or risk has already occurred. 'The mission was jeopardized' (it might fail). 'The mission was compromised' (the secret is out).

Compromised vs. Vulnerable: 'Vulnerable' means open to attack or damage. 'Compromised' means the attack has already happened or the damage is present. A weak password makes you 'vulnerable'; a stolen password means you are 'compromised'.

While the system was vulnerable for months, it was only compromised last Tuesday.

Compromised vs. Corrupted: 'Corrupted' is often used for data that is unreadable or people who have become evil. 'Compromised' is broader, covering security and health as well as ethics.

The file was not just compromised (seen by others), it was completely corrupted (destroyed).

Compromised vs. Impaired: 'Impaired' is usually used for physical or mental abilities (e.g., hearing impaired). 'Compromised' is used for systems or biological functions (e.g., compromised immunity).

The driver's judgment was impaired by alcohol, which compromised the safety of everyone on the road.

The tainted evidence was considered compromised and could not be used in court.

A weakened structure is often described as compromised by architects.

How Formal Is It?

趣味小知识

The shift from 'mutual agreement' to 'weakened state' happened because when you 'compromise' a principle, you are seen as giving up its strength.

发音指南

UK /ˈkɒm.prə.maɪzd/

US /ˈkɑːm.prə.maɪzd/

The primary stress is on the first syllable: KOM-pruh-maizd.

押韵词

Advised Revised Devised Surprised Disguised Baptized Chastised Despised

常见错误

Pronouncing the 's' as a soft 's' instead of a 'z' sound.
Stressing the second syllable (com-PRO-mised) instead of the first.
Shortening the 'i' sound so it sounds like 'missed' instead of 'mized'.
Confusing it with 'comprised' (kum-PRIZED).
Adding an extra syllable (com-pro-mi-sed).

难度评级

阅读 3/5

Common in news and technical articles.

写作 4/5

Requires understanding of formal context.

口语 3/5

Useful for professional discussions.

听力 3/5

Frequent in media and movies.

接下来学什么

前置知识

Safe Broken Risk Security Health

接下来学习

Jeopardize Integrity Vulnerability Breach Corrupt

高级

Inadmissible Sovereignty Efficacy Pathology Cryptography

需要掌握的语法

Passive Voice

The data was compromised by a hacker.

Adjective Order

A dangerous, compromised bridge.

Participle as Adjective

The compromised files were deleted.

Conditional Sentences

If the wall is compromised, we must leave.

Noun Phrases

The compromised state of the union.

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按水平分级的例句

The old bridge is compromised and not safe.

Le vieux pont est compromis et n'est pas sûr.

Used as a predicative adjective after 'is'.

Is my computer compromised?

Mon ordinateur est-il compromis ?

Question form using 'is'.

The box was compromised by the rain.

La boîte a été compromise par la pluie.

Passive construction.

A compromised toy can hurt a child.

Un jouet compromis peut blesser un enfant.

Attributive adjective before 'toy'.

The lock is compromised, so we need a new one.

La serrure est compromise, nous en avons donc besoin d'une nouvelle.

Adjective describing a state.

His health is compromised because he is very old.

Sa santé est compromise parce qu'il est très vieux.

Describing health status.

The secret is compromised now.

Le secret est compromis maintenant.

Adjective describing a situation.

Don't use a compromised password.

N'utilisez pas un mot de passe compromis.

Imperative sentence with an adjective.

The security of the building was compromised last night.

La sécurité du bâtiment a été compromise la nuit dernière.

Past tense 'was compromised'.

She has a compromised immune system and stays home.

Elle a un système immunitaire compromis et reste à la maison.

Adjective modifying 'immune system'.

The pilot said the engine was compromised.

Le pilote a dit que le moteur était compromis.

Reported speech.

Your email account might be compromised.

Votre compte de messagerie pourrait être compromis.

Modal verb 'might be'.

The structural integrity of the wall is compromised.

L'intégrité structurelle du mur est compromise.

Formal noun phrase 'structural integrity'.

The data was compromised during the transfer.

Les données ont été compromises pendant le transfert.

Prepositional phrase 'during the transfer'.

A compromised reputation is hard to fix.

Une réputation compromise est difficile à réparer.

Gerund phrase as subject.

They found a compromised file in the system.

Ils ont trouvé un fichier compromis dans le système.

Direct object.

The integrity of the results was compromised by poor testing methods.

L'intégrité des résultats a été compromise par de mauvaises méthodes de test.

Passive voice with 'by' agent.

If the foundation is compromised, the whole house is at risk.

Si les fondations sont compromises, toute la maison est en danger.

Conditional sentence (Type 1).

He felt his principles were compromised by the company's new policy.

Il sentait que ses principes étaient compromis par la nouvelle politique de l'entreprise.

Describing abstract values.

The athlete's performance was compromised by a recent knee injury.

La performance de l'athlète a été compromise par une récente blessure au genou.

Describing physical capability.

We cannot proceed if the safety of the workers is compromised.

Nous ne pouvons pas continuer si la sécurité des travailleurs est compromise.

Subordinate clause with 'if'.

The encryption was compromised, allowing hackers to see the messages.

Le cryptage a été compromis, permettant aux pirates de voir les messages.

Participial phrase 'allowing hackers...'.

A compromised position in the market led to the company's failure.

Une position compromise sur le marché a conduit à l'échec de l'entreprise.

Business context.

The quality of the product was compromised to save money.

La qualité du produit a été compromise pour économiser de l'argent.

Infinitive of purpose 'to save money'.

The study's validity was compromised by the inclusion of biased data.

La validité de l'étude a été compromise par l'inclusion de données biaisées.

Academic register.

Once the secret agent's cover was compromised, he had to flee the country.

Une fois que la couverture de l'agent secret a été compromise, il a dû fuir le pays.

Temporal clause with 'Once'.

The environmental health of the lake has been compromised by industrial waste.

La santé environnementale du lac a été compromise par les déchets industriels.

Present perfect passive.

The witness refused to testify, fearing her safety would be compromised.

Le témoin a refusé de témoigner, craignant que sa sécurité ne soit compromise.

Noun clause after 'fearing'.

A compromised immune system makes even a common cold dangerous.

Un système immunitaire compromis rend même un simple rhume dangereux.

Complex subject phrase.

The judge's impartiality was compromised by his relationship with the defendant.

L'impartialité du juge a été compromise par sa relation avec le prévenu.

Abstract noun 'impartiality'.

The structural integrity of the aircraft was compromised during the storm.

L'intégrité structurelle de l'avion a été compromise pendant la tempête.

Technical terminology.

They reached a compromised agreement that satisfied no one completely.

Ils sont parvenus à un accord de compromis qui n'a satisfait personne complètement.

Adjective modifying 'agreement'.

The ethical standards of the profession were compromised for the sake of profit.

Les normes éthiques de la profession ont été compromises au profit du gain.

Formal prepositional phrase 'for the sake of'.

The integrity of the electoral process was compromised by widespread fraud.

L'intégrité du processus électoral a été compromise par une fraude généralisée.

Political register.

The patient's prognosis is poor, as several vital organs are compromised.

Le pronostic du patient est mauvais, car plusieurs organes vitaux sont compromis.

Causal clause with 'as'.

The sovereignty of the nation was compromised by the treaty's hidden clauses.

La souveraineté de la nation a été compromise par les clauses cachées du traité.

High-level political vocabulary.

The artistic vision was compromised by the studio's demand for a happy ending.

La vision artistique a été compromise par l'exigence du studio d'une fin heureuse.

Creative industry context.

The evidence was deemed compromised and was therefore inadmissible in court.

Les preuves ont été jugées compromises et étaient donc irrecevables devant le tribunal.

Legal terminology 'deemed' and 'inadmissible'.

The long-term viability of the project is compromised by the lack of funding.

La viabilité à long terme du projet est compromise par le manque de financement.

Business/Project management term 'viability'.

His moral compass was compromised by years of living in a corrupt society.

Sa boussole morale a été compromise par des années de vie dans une société corrompue.

Metaphorical usage.

The cryptographic protocol was compromised, rendering years of secure communication vulnerable.

Le protocole cryptographique a été compromis, rendant vulnérables des années de communication sécurisée.

Technical participial phrase.

The delicate ecosystem was compromised by the introduction of an invasive species.

L'écosystème délicat a été compromis par l'introduction d'une espèce envahissante.

Scientific register.

The neutrality of the mediator was compromised by a conflict of interest.

La neutralité du médiateur a été compromise par un conflit d'intérêts.

Formal dispute resolution terminology.

The structural stability of the skyscraper was compromised by the use of substandard steel.

La stabilité structurelle du gratte-ciel a été compromise par l'utilisation d'un acier de qualité inférieure.

Engineering register.

The aesthetic integrity of the historic district was compromised by modern developments.

L'intégrité esthétique du quartier historique a été compromise par les développements modernes.

Urban planning context.

The witness's credibility was compromised when her previous convictions were revealed.

La crédibilité du témoin a été compromise lorsque ses condamnations antérieures ont été révélées.

Legal register 'credibility' and 'convictions'.

The mission's success was compromised by a series of logistical oversights.

Le succès de la mission a été compromis par une série d'oublis logistiques.

Military/Strategic context.

The sanctity of the confessional was compromised by the recording device.

Le caractère sacré du confessionnal a été compromis par l'appareil d'enregistrement.

Religious/Ethical context.

常见搭配

Compromised immune system

Compromised security

Structural integrity compromised

Compromised position

Compromised account

Morally compromised

Compromised data

Severely compromised

Compromised reputation

Safety compromised

常用短语

In a compromised position

— Being in a situation where you are vulnerable to attack or have lost your advantage.

The army was in a compromised position after losing the hill.

Compromised of

— A common error for 'composed of' or 'comprised of'. Avoid using it this way.

Incorrect: The team is compromised of experts.

Security has been compromised

— A standard way to announce a data breach or physical break-in.

The manager announced that security had been compromised.

Compromised values

— Principles that have been abandoned or weakened for personal gain.

He refused to work for a company with compromised values.

Compromised health

— A general state of being physically weak or ill.

Her compromised health made travel difficult.

Compromised evidence

— Legal evidence that has been tampered with or handled incorrectly.

The judge threw out the compromised evidence.

Compromised integrity

— When the wholeness or honesty of something is damaged.

The bridge's compromised integrity was a major concern.

Compromised signal

— A radio or electronic signal that is weak or being intercepted.

The spies communicated via a compromised signal.

Compromised password

— A password that is no longer secret.

You should never reuse a compromised password.

Compromised air quality

— Air that is polluted and unsafe to breathe.

The fire led to compromised air quality in the city.

容易混淆的词

compromised vs Comprised

Comprised means 'made up of'. Compromised means 'weakened'.

compromised vs Compromise (Noun)

A compromise is an agreement. A compromised thing is a damaged thing.

compromised vs Compromising (Adjective)

Compromising describes something that *causes* embarrassment (e.g., a compromising photo).

习语与表达

"Caught in a compromised position"

— Found doing something embarrassing or wrong.

The celebrity was caught in a compromised position by the paparazzi.

Informal

"Compromise one's principles"

— To do something that goes against your beliefs.

She refused to compromise her principles for a promotion.

Formal

"A compromised peace"

— A peace agreement that is weak and likely to fail.

The two nations lived under a compromised peace for decades.

Formal

"To be compromised"

— In spy contexts, to have one's true identity revealed to the enemy.

Agent 007 realized he was compromised and called for backup.

Neutral

"Compromised from the start"

— Something that was flawed or doomed to fail from its beginning.

The project was compromised from the start by poor planning.

Neutral

"Compromised ethics"

— A state of having lost one's moral standards.

The journalist was accused of having compromised ethics.

Formal

"Compromised future"

— A situation where future success is unlikely due to current problems.

The scandal led to a compromised future for the young athlete.

Neutral

"Compromised vision"

— An artistic or business goal that has been changed too much by others.

The movie was a compromised vision of the original book.

Neutral

"Compromised safety net"

— A social system that is no longer able to help people in need.

Budget cuts led to a compromised safety net for the poor.

Formal

"Compromised logic"

— Reasoning that is flawed or based on false information.

His argument was based on compromised logic.

Formal

容易混淆

compromised vs Comprise

Similar spelling and sound.

Comprise means to include or contain. Compromised means to weaken or put at risk.

The team comprises five members, but their safety was compromised.

compromised vs Jeopardize

Similar meaning of 'risk'.

Jeopardize is a verb (to put at risk). Compromised is an adjective (already at risk or damaged).

Don't jeopardize the mission; if you do, our location will be compromised.

compromised vs Vulnerable

Both relate to weakness.

Vulnerable means you *can* be hurt. Compromised means you *have been* hurt or the safety is already gone.

The open window made the house vulnerable, and now the security is compromised.

compromised vs Corrupt

Both mean 'not pure'.

Corrupt often implies a moral choice or unreadable data. Compromised is more about safety and integrity.

The corrupt official's integrity was completely compromised.

compromised vs Impaired

Both mean 'not 100%'.

Impaired is for abilities (hearing, driving). Compromised is for systems or structures.

His impaired vision compromised his ability to drive safely.

句型

The [noun] is compromised.

The lock is compromised.

The [noun] was compromised by [noun].

The account was compromised by a virus.

A compromised [noun] is [adjective].

A compromised bridge is dangerous.

If [noun] is compromised, then [result].

If the data is compromised, we lose money.

The [abstract noun] of [noun] is compromised.

The integrity of the building is compromised.

Deeming the [noun] compromised, the [subject] [verb].

Deeming the evidence compromised, the judge stopped the trial.

To avoid being compromised, [subject] must [verb].

To avoid being compromised, agents must use aliases.

The [noun] stands compromised in the wake of [event].

The treaty stands compromised in the wake of the invasion.

词族

名词

Compromise (The agreement or the act of weakening)

动词

Compromise (To reach an agreement or to put at risk)

形容词

Compromised (Weakened/At risk)

Compromising (Revealing something embarrassing)

Uncompromising (Unwilling to change)

如何使用

frequency

Common in professional, medical, and technical English.

常见错误

The team is compromised of five people. → The team is composed of five people.
'Compromised' means weakened, not 'made up of'. This is a very frequent error.
We reached a compromised agreement. → We reached a compromise.
Using 'compromised' as an adjective for an agreement makes the agreement sound bad or corrupted.
My phone is compromised because the screen is cracked. → My phone is damaged because the screen is cracked.
'Compromised' is usually for internal systems or security, not simple physical damage like a crack.
He is a compromised of his principles. → He compromised his principles.
You cannot be 'a compromised of'. Use 'compromise' as a verb or 'his principles are compromised'.
The security was comprised. → The security was compromised.
'Comprised' means 'consisted of'. 'Compromised' means 'put at risk'. They sound similar but are different.

小贴士

Use for Systems

Always use 'compromised' when talking about a breach in security or a failure in a complex system like a bridge or a network.

Avoid 'Compromised of'

Remember that 'compromised' is not a synonym for 'made of'. Use 'composed of' or 'consists of' instead.

Medical Accuracy

When discussing health, 'compromised' is a professional way to describe a weakened organ or system.

Synonym Choice

If you want to emphasize the *risk*, use 'jeopardized'. If you want to emphasize the *damage*, use 'compromised'.

Stress the First Syllable

Make sure to say KOM-pruh-maizd. Putting the stress elsewhere can make the word hard to understand.

Formal Tone

Use 'compromised' in formal reports to describe failures. It sounds more objective than 'broken' or 'bad'.

Spy Movie Clue

When you hear 'compromised' in a movie, expect the scene to get more dangerous immediately.

Moral Integrity

Use 'compromised' to describe a situation where someone's honesty has been lost due to a bribe or a conflict of interest.

Structural Warning

If an inspector says a structure is 'compromised', take it seriously—it means it is unsafe.

Shield Mnemonic

Visualize a cracked shield to remember that 'compromised' means something is still there but no longer strong.

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记忆技巧

Think of 'COM-PRO-MISED'. If a COMputer's PROtection is MISSED, it is compromised.

视觉联想

Imagine a shield with a large crack in the middle. The shield is still there, but it is compromised.

Word Web

Security Health Hacker Weak Risk Integrity Breach Bridge

挑战

Try to use 'compromised' in three different ways today: once for technology, once for health, and once for a building or object.

词源

Derived from the Old French 'compromis' and the Latin 'compromissum', which means a mutual promise to abide by an arbiter's decision. It entered English in the late 15th century.

原始含义： A mutual promise to end a dispute by referring it to an arbitrator.

Indo-European (Latinate/Romance via French).

文化背景

Be careful when using it to describe people's health; 'immunocompromised' is a medical term, but 'he is compromised' can sound overly clinical or cold.

Commonly used in news headlines regarding data breaches and political scandals.

The Bourne Identity (Identity compromised) Mr. Robot (Systems compromised) Grey's Anatomy (Immune system compromised)

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真实语境

Cybersecurity

Data compromised
Account compromised
Password compromised
Server compromised

Medicine

Immune system compromised
Lung function compromised
Health compromised
Patient compromised

Engineering

Structural integrity compromised
Foundation compromised
Safety compromised
Hull compromised

Politics/Ethics

Reputation compromised
Integrity compromised
Values compromised
Position compromised

Law

Evidence compromised
Witness compromised
Case compromised
Trial compromised

对话开场白

"Have you ever had a social media account that was compromised?"

"What should a company do if their customers' data is compromised?"

"How can we protect people who have a compromised immune system?"

"Do you think a politician's career is over once their reputation is compromised?"

"In what situation would you feel your personal principles were being compromised?"

日记主题

Describe a time when you felt your integrity was compromised. How did you handle it?

Write about a fictional spy whose cover is compromised in a foreign city.

How does technology make our privacy more likely to be compromised today?

Reflect on a building or place you know that seems structurally compromised.

Discuss the ethical implications of a doctor working with a compromised medical supply.

常见问题

10 个问题

As an adjective, it is almost always negative. It implies that something has lost its strength, safety, or purity. While a 'compromise' (noun) can be a positive agreement, calling a solution 'compromised' usually suggests it is a poor or weak solution.

It is 'composed of'. Using 'compromised of' is a very common mistake. 'Compromised' means weakened, so 'The team is compromised of experts' would literally mean the team is made weak by experts, which makes no sense.

This is a medical term for someone whose immune system is not working correctly. This could be due to a disease like HIV, a treatment like chemotherapy, or a genetic condition. They are at higher risk for infections.

Signs include receiving password reset emails you didn't ask for, seeing sent messages you didn't write, or being unable to log in. You can use websites like 'Have I Been Pwned' to check.

It means the building is no longer structurally sound. This could be due to cracks in the foundation, rusted support beams, or damage from a fire. It means the building might collapse.

In the context of computers, yes, they are very similar. 'Hacked' is more informal and describes the action. 'Compromised' is more formal and describes the state of the system after the hack.

Yes. In spy movies, it means their identity is known. In politics, it means they have done something wrong that makes them vulnerable to blackmail or loss of trust.

It means a player's pieces are placed in a way that makes them very easy to attack. The player is likely to lose a piece or the game soon.

It is pronounced KOM-pruh-maizd. The stress is on the first syllable, and the 's' sounds like a 'z'.

Not exactly. 'Uncompromising' means someone is very firm and will not change their mind or reach an agreement. The opposite of 'compromised' (in terms of safety) would be 'secure' or 'intact'.

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