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COUNTERPOISE

(noun, verb)

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There are 2 meanings of the word Counterpoise.

How to pronounce counterpoise:

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Counterpoise - as a noun

A weight that balances another weight

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balance11counterbalance20counterweight22equaliser18equalizer27
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
weight13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Counterpoise - as a verb

Constitute a counterweight or counterbalance to

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
counterpose15counterweight22

Example Sentences

"The counterpoise of the equation is equality."
"She maintained a delicate counterpoise between work and leisure."
"The sculpture had a perfect counterpoise, with every element carefully balanced."
"Finding the right counterpoise between freedom and security is a challenge for governments."
"He struggled to maintain a mental counterpoise amidst the chaos around him."
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Word Game Points

Is COUNTERPOISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, counterpoise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COUNTERPOISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.

Is COUNTERPOISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, counterpoise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COUNTERPOISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is COUNTERPOISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, counterpoise is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COUNTERPOISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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