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compromising
When used in a social or personal context, this word describes a situation, photo, or piece of information that reveals something secret or shameful. It carries a strong connotation of scandal and risk. It is not merely "embarrassing" in a clumsy way, but rather "damaging" to one's public image or moral standing. It is frequently used in contexts involving blackmail or public disgrace.
In technical, medical, or structural contexts, the word shifts meaning entirely to describe a loss of integrity or security. If a system is compromised, it means its defenses have been breached. If a physical structure is compromised, it is no longer safe or stable. In these cases, the tone is objective and clinical rather than scandalous.
Care should be taken to distinguish this adjective from the verb "to compromise," which often means reaching an agreement through mutual concession. While the adjective "compromising" can describe the act of weakening something, it almost never describes the act of making a friendly agreement.
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例文
彼は脅迫者が自分に不利な証拠を握っていることを恐れていた。
たった一つのセキュリティ上の欠陥がネットワーク全体を危険にさらしている可能性がある。