counterbalance
noun
1. a weight that balances another weight
Similar word(s): balance, counterpoise, counterweight, equaliser, equalizer
Definition categories: man–made, weight
2. equality of distribution
Similar word(s): balance, equilibrium, equipoise
Definition categories: shape, construction, structure
3. a compensating equivalent
Similar word(s): offset
Definition categories: possession, compensation
verb
1. adjust for
Similar word(s): compensate, correct
Definition categories: stative, balance, equilibrate, equilibrise, equilibrize
2. contrast with equal weight or force
Similar word(s): oppose
Definition categories: stative, contrast, counterpoint
3. oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions
Similar word(s): counteract, countervail, neutralize
Definition categories: social, cancel, offset
Sentences with counterbalance as a verb:
- Big brother counterbalances his two siblings to the pound.
- Arm wrestling is undecided as long as the opponents counterbalance each-other
- The defenders' knowledge of the terrain roughly counterbalances the attackers' superior equipment