Synonyms of counterbalance

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noun

as in offset

a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective

charitable giving is usually a good counterbalance to the self-indulgent commercialism of the Christmas season

Synonyms & Similar Words

• offset
• counter
• balance
• counterweight
• corrective
• counterforce
• counteraction
• counterpoise
• neutralizer
• equipoise
• ballast
• canceler
• canceller
• trade-off
• weight

counterbalance

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verb

as in to offset

to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective

a hearty dinner might counterbalance missing lunch

Synonyms & Similar Words

• offset
• neutralize
• correct
• counteract
• counterpoise
• outweigh
• relieve
• annul
• remedy
• nullify
• negative
• cancel (out)
• compensate (for)
• invalidate
• negate
• redress
• neuter
• make up (for)
• outbalance
• redeem
• overrule
• override
• atone (for)