counterbalance
/kˈaʊntɝbælʌns/
Explore definitions, synonyms, and language insights of counterbalance
Definitions
Noun
a weight that balances another weight
Noun
equality of distribution
Noun
a compensating equivalent
Verb
adjust for; "engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance"
Verb
contrast with equal weight or force
Verb
oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions; "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"
Synonyms
balance
compensate
correct
counteract
counterpoise
countervail
counterweight
equaliser
equalizer
equilibrium
equipoise
even off
even out
even up
make up
neutralize
offset
oppose
More General Terms
balance
cancel
compensation
construction
contrast
counterpoint
equilibrate
equilibrise
equilibrize
offset
set off
structure
weight