1. revealing embarrassing or incriminating information about someone
2. putting someone in a difficult or vulnerable position

Examples

• The leaked emails contained compromising information about the politician.
• She refused to be seen in such a compromising situation.
• The photographs were potentially compromising to his reputation.
• He found himself in a compromising position when questioned by reporters.
• The detective discovered compromising evidence at the crime scene.
• Being alone with her boss late at night seemed compromising.
• The documents revealed compromising details about the company’s finances.