Main entry: counterbalance, counterpoise, counterweight, equaliser, equalizer, balance
Definition: a weight that balances another weight
Main entry: counterbalance, offset
Definition: a compensating equivalent
Main entry: balance, counterbalance, equilibrium, equipoise
Definition: equality of distribution
Main entry: counteract, counterbalance, countervail, neutralize
Definition: oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions
Usage: This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues
Main entry: counterbalance, oppose
Definition: contrast with equal weight or force
Main entry: make up, correct, counterbalance, even off, even out, even up, compensate
Definition: adjust for
Usage: engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance