1. to weaken, undermine, or put at risk the achievement of a goal or purpose
Using outdated equipment will compromise the aim of the project.
Usar equipamento obsoleto comprometerá o objetivo do projeto.
2. to make concessions that reduce the effectiveness or integrity of a goal
Cutting the budget will compromise the aim of providing quality service.
Cortar o orçamento comprometerá o objetivo de fornecer serviço de qualidade.