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COUNTERWEIGHT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Counterweight.

Counterweight - as a noun

A weight that balances another weight

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
balance11counterbalance20counterpoise16equaliser18equalizer27
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
weight13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Counterweight - as a verb

Constitute a counterweight or counterbalance to

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
counterpoise16counterpose15

Example Sentences

"The elevator has a counterweight that helps balance the weight of the cab."
"The crane uses a heavy counterweight to prevent it from tipping over."
"The gymnast used a counterweight to improve balance during the routine."
"The scale uses a counterweight to accurately measure the weight of objects."
"The pendulum clock has a counterweight that controls the swinging motion."
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Word Game Points

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

COUNTERWEIGHT has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is COUNTERWEIGHT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, counterweight is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COUNTERWEIGHT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 25.

Is COUNTERWEIGHT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, counterweight is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COUNTERWEIGHT has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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