counterbalance

n 1: an equivalent counterbalancing weight [syn: {counterweight},

{counterpoise}, {balance}, {equalizer}, {equaliser}]

2: equality of distribution [syn: {balance}, {equilibrium}, {equipoise}]

3: a compensating equivalent [syn: {offset}]

v 1: make up for, make good [syn: {compensate}, {even out}, {even

off}, {even up}]

2: place in opposition: can also be used in an abstract sense;

"Oppose thy steadfast gazing eyes to mine"- Shakespeare

[syn: {oppose}]

3: oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions;

"This will counteract the foolish actions of my

colleagues" [syn: {counteract}, {countervail}, {neutralize}]