Synonyms of counterweight

counterweight

noun

ˈkau̇n-tər-ˌwāt 

as in offset

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

hard work can often be a counterweight to modest intelligence

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of counterweight

But the cure is not to demand that one private foundation become the counterweight to three centuries of capitalist common sense. — The Atlantic, 16 June 2026

As a counterweight, a periphery of mass opinion—a new version of the public sphere—can force fresh items onto the societal agenda. — Alex Ross, New Yorker, 15 June 2026

Chronic stress is eroding sleep, focus and mood for millions of Americans — and the cheapest, fastest counterweight may already be sitting in your sneakers. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 June 2026

The scientists intended their distribution of the article implicitly as a counterweight to a keynote talk by NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya, who was going to speak without taking questions but who bailed out at the last minute. — Business Columnist, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026