Question

modus vivendi During the budget crisis, the Democratic governor and the Republican legislature established a good working modus vivendi. ˈmoʊdəs vɪˈvɛndi

Accepted Answer

(1) A practical compromise or arrangement that is acceptable to all concerned. (2) A way of life. Modus vivendi literally means “manner of living” in Latin, and it sometimes has that meaning in English as well. Usually, though, a modus vivendi is a working arrangement that disputing parties can live with, at least until a more permanent solution can be found. Typically, a modus vivendi is an arrangement that ignores differences and difficulties. So, for example, two people going through a bitter divorce may be able to arrive at a modus vivendi that allows them to at least maintain an appearance of civility and dignity

word	modus vivendi
definition	(1) A practical compromise or arrangement that is acceptable to all concerned. (2) A way of life.
eg_sentence	During the budget crisis, the Democratic governor and the Republican legislature established a good working modus vivendi.
explanation	Modus vivendi literally means “manner of living” in Latin, and it sometimes has that meaning in English as well. Usually, though, a modus vivendi is a working arrangement that disputing parties can live with, at least until a more permanent solution can be found. Typically, a modus vivendi is an arrangement that ignores differences and difficulties. So, for example, two people going through a bitter divorce may be able to arrive at a modus vivendi that allows them to at least maintain an appearance of civility and dignity
IPA	ˈmoʊdəs vɪˈvɛndi

Modus Vivendi Arrangement Working Practical Compromise Acceptable Concerned