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COUNTERBALANCE

Definition:

1. [noun] an equivalent counterbalancing weight
   Synonyms: counterweight, counterpoise, balance, equalizer, equaliser
   
   
2. [noun] equality of distribution
   Synonyms: balance, equilibrium, equipoise
   
   
3. [noun] a compensating equivalent
   Synonyms: offset
   
   
4. [verb] adjust or make up for; "engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance"
   Synonyms: compensate, correct, even out, even off, even up
   
   
5. [verb] oppose with equal weight or force
   Synonyms: oppose
   
   
6. [verb] oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions; "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"
   Synonyms: counteract, countervail, neutralize
   
   

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Related Words:

• carry
• cover, compensate, overcompensate
• counterweight, counterpoise, counterpose
• override
• sash weight
• tare
• conformation
• symmetry, proportion

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