COUNTERBALANCE
Scrabble letter values: C3O1U1N1T1E1R1B3A1L1A1N1C3E1 = 20
Definition
- verb adjust for. — synonyms: compensate, correct, make_up, even_out, even_off, even_up
- verb contrast with equal weight or force. — synonyms: oppose
- verb oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions. — synonyms: counteract, countervail, neutralize
- noun a weight that balances another weight. — synonyms: counterweight, counterpoise, balance, equalizer, equaliser
- noun equality of distribution. — synonyms: balance, equilibrium, equipoise
- noun a compensating equivalent. — synonyms: offset
Examples
- “engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance”
- “This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues”
- “Big brother counterbalances his two siblings to the pound.”