counterbalance

Noun
  1. A weight that balances another weight (synset 103123190)
    is a type of: weight - an artifact that is heavy
    subtypes:
    • sash weight - a counterweight for a sliding sash
    • tare - (chemical analysis) a counterweight used in chemical analysis; consists of an empty container that counterbalances the weight of the container holding chemicals
    same as: balance, counterpoise, counterweight, equaliser, equalizer
  2. Equality of distribution (synset 113920689)
    is a type of: construction, structure - a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
    subtypes:
    same as: balance, equilibrium, equipoise
  3. A compensating equivalent (synset 113312212)
    is a type of: compensation - something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury)
    same as: offset
Verb
  1. Adjust for (synset 202678329)
    "engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance"
    is a type of: balance, equilibrate, equilibrise, equilibrize - bring into balance or equilibrium
    subtypes:
    • carry - compensate for a weaker partner or member by one's own performance
    • compensate, cover, overcompensate - make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
    same as: compensate, correct, even off, even out, even up, make up
  2. Contrast with equal weight or force (synset 202672590)
    is a type of: contrast, counterpoint - to show differences when compared; be different
    subtypes: counterpoise, counterpose, counterweight - constitute a counterweight or counterbalance to
    same as: oppose
  3. Oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions (synset 202549571)
    "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"
    is a type of: cancel, offset, set off - make up for
    subtypes: override - counteract the normal operation of (an automatic gear shift in a vehicle)
    same as: counteract, countervail, neutralize

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