Synonyms: counterbalance, counterpoise, counterweight, equaliser, equalizer, balance
Definition: a weight that balances another weight
Similar words: weight
Definition: an artifact that is heavy
Synonyms: counterbalance, offset
Definition: a compensating equivalent
Similar words: compensation
Definition: something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury)
Synonyms: balance, counterbalance, equilibrium, equipoise
Definition: equality of distribution
Similar words: structure, construction
Definition: a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
Usage: the structure consisted of a series of arches; she wore her hair in an amazing construction of whirls and ribbons
Synonyms: counteract, counterbalance, countervail, neutralize
Definition: oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions
Usage: This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues
Similar words: offset, set off, cancel
Definition: make up for
Usage: His skills offset his opponent's superior strength
Synonyms: counterbalance, oppose
Definition: contrast with equal weight or force
Similar words: counterpoint, contrast
Definition: to show differences when compared; be different
Usage: the students contrast considerably in their artistic abilities
Synonyms: 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
Similar words: balance, equilibrate, equilibrise, equilibrize
Definition: bring into balance or equilibrium
Usage: She has to balance work and her domestic duties; balance the two weights