counterbalancing

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb adjust for
  2. verb contrast with equal weight or force
  3. verb oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions

Synonyms

compensate, counterbalance, correct, make up, even out, even off, even up

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