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counterbalance

noun verb

a weight that balances another weight

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Word Facts

Word length
14
Starts with
C
Ends with
E
Contains
OU
Scrabble score
20
Database source
OEWN 2025 Core

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noun

  1. a weight that balances another weight

noun

  1. a compensating equivalent

noun

  1. equality of distribution

verb

  1. oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions

    “This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues”

verb

  1. contrast with equal weight or force

verb

  1. adjust for

    “engineers will work to correct the effects of air resistance”

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Example Sentences

This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues
engineers will work to correct the effects of air resistance

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