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compromise equality

[/ˈkɒmprəmaɪz ɪˈkwɒlɪti/]
noun phrase
igualdade comprometida
1. A situation where principles of fairness, equal treatment, or equal rights are undermined, weakened, or sacrificed
The new policy represents a compromise equality that favors wealthy citizens over those with lower incomes.
A nova política representa uma igualdade comprometida que favorece cidadãos ricos em detrimento daqueles com rendas mais baixas.
2. An agreement or settlement that reduces or diminishes the standard of equal treatment for some groups
The treaty was criticized as a compromise equality that abandoned minority protections.
O tratado foi criticado como uma igualdade comprometida que abandonou as proteções das minorias.
Synonyms
weakened equalitydiminished fairnesspartial justiceigualdade reduzidajustiça parcial
Antonyms
absolute equalityperfect justiceigualdade absolutajustiça perfeita

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
igualdade comprometida
Standard usage in formal contexts
São Paulo
igualdade comprometida
Common in legal and political discourse
Portugal
igualdade comprometida
Used in formal and academic contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

settle for compromise equality
sacrifice equality
half-measures for equality
sacrificar a igualdade
meia medida de igualdade
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