counterbalance
phonetic symbol: / káʊntɚbæ̀ləns | káʊnɚbæ̀ləns /
counterbalance - English Dictionary
[ noun ]
■ a weight that balances another weight
→
balance
,
counterpoise
,
counterweight
,
equaliser
,
equalizer
[ noun ]
■ a compensating equivalent
→
offset
[ noun ]
■ equality of distribution
→
balance
,
equilibrium
,
equipoise
[ verb ]
■ oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions
→
counteract
,
countervail
,
neutralize
[ verb ]
■ contrast with equal weight or force
→
oppose
[ verb ]
■ adjust for
→
compensate
,
correct
,
even off
,
even out
,
even up
,
make up
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