Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
When something is compromised, it means that its integrity or ethical standards have been violated or undermined. In the context of ethics, compromising refers to a breach or violation of principles or values.
Related terms
Privacy: The right to keep personal information confidential and protected from unauthorized access.