counterbalance

• counterbalance

counterbalance

Noun

a weight that balances another weight

Synonyms:

• counterweight
• counterbalance
• counterpoise
• balance
• equalizer
• equaliser

Noun

equality of distribution

Synonyms:

• balance
• equilibrium
• equipoise
• counterbalance

Noun

a compensating equivalent

Synonyms:

• counterbalance
• offset

Verb

adjust for; "engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance"

Synonyms:

• compensate
• counterbalance
• correct
• make up
• even out
• even off
• even up

Verb

contrast with equal weight or force

Synonyms:

• oppose
• counterbalance

Verb

oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions; "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"

Synonyms:

• counteract
• countervail
• neutralize
• counterbalance