Counterbalance
Related Definitions
[n] an equivalent counterbalancing weight
[n] a compensating equivalent
[n] equality of distribution
[v] oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions; "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"
[v] place in opposition: can also be used in an abstract sense; "Oppose thy steadfast gazing eyes to mine"- Shakespeare
[v] make up for, make good
Synonyms
balance, balance, compensate, counteract, counterpoise, countervail, counterweight, equaliser, equalizer, equilibrium, equipoise, even off, even out, even up, neutralize, offset, oppose, turn the scales
Related Terms
accommodate, adjust, amend, annul, antipode, antipodes, antipole, antithesis, antonym, atone for, balance, ballast, be at cross-purposes, be heavy, be opposed to, bring to nothing, buffer, cancel, cancel out, carry weight, clash, come to nothing, compensa