COUNTERBALANCES
(noun, verb)Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Counterbalances.
Counterbalances - 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)
Counterbalances - 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
"She counterbalances her busy work life with regular meditation."
"Regular exercise counterbalances the effects of a sedentary lifestyle."
"The government counterbalances the negative impact of the new tax with subsidies."
"He counterbalances his love for sweets by eating healthy meals."
"The team's strong defense counterbalances their weak offense."
Word Game Points
Is COUNTERBALANCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, counterbalances is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
COUNTERBALANCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 21.
Is COUNTERBALANCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, counterbalances is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCOUNTERBALANCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 28.
Is COUNTERBALANCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, counterbalances is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCOUNTERBALANCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.
