COUNTERBALANCE
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Counterbalance.
Counterbalance - as a noun
A weight that balances another weight
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balance11counterpoise16counterweight22equaliser18equalizer27Hypernyms (Closely Related)
weight13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Equality of distribution
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balance11equilibrium24equipoise20Hypernyms (Closely Related)
construction16structure11Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Counterbalance - as a verb
Adjust for
Example: "Engineers will work to correct the effects of air resistance"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
compensate16correct11even offeven outeven upHypernyms (Closely Related)
balance11equilibrate22equilibriseequilibrizeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Contrast with equal weight or force
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
oppose10Hypernyms (Closely Related)
contrast10counterpoint16Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions
Example: "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
counteract14countervail16neutralize19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cancel10offset12set offHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"A heavier weight on the other side of the scale acts as a counterbalance."
"The counterbalance on the crane ensures stability while lifting heavy loads."
"The counterbalance of having fewer employees is increased efficiency."
"The government has implemented subsidies as a counterbalance to inflation."
"The counterbalance of fear is often courage."
Word Game Points
Is COUNTERBALANCE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, counterbalance is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
COUNTERBALANCE has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.
Is COUNTERBALANCE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, counterbalance is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCOUNTERBALANCE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 27.
Is COUNTERBALANCE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, counterbalance is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCOUNTERBALANCE has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.
