compensate
(verb)
verb
1. adjust for
Similar word(s): correct, counterbalance
Definition categories: stative, balance, equilibrate, equilibrise, equilibrize
2. make amends for; pay compensation for
- She was compensated for the loss of her arm in the accident
Similar word(s): indemnify, recompense, repair
Definition categories: possession, pay
3. make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
- he is compensating for being a bad father
Similar word(s): cover, overcompensate
Definition categories: stative, compensate, correct, counterbalance
4. make reparations or amends for
Similar word(s): compensate, correct, redress, right
Definition categories: social, alter, change, modify
5. do or give something to somebody in return
Similar word(s): pay
Definition categories: possession, settle
6. make payment to; compensate
Similar word(s): recompense, remunerate
Definition categories: possession, pay
Sentences with compensate as a verb:
- It is hard work, but they will compensate you well for it.
- His loud voice cannot compensate for a lack of personality.
- To compensate me for his tree landing on my shed, my neighbor paved my driveway.
- To compensate for his broken leg, Gary uses crutches.