Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

OFFSETTING

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Offsetting.

Offsetting - as a noun

The time at which something is supposed to begin

Example: "They got an early start"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beginning13commencement22first8get-gokickoff23outset6showtime16start5starting time
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
point7point in time
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A compensating equivalent

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
counterbalance20

A horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
runner6stolon6

A natural consequence of development

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
branch13offshoot17outgrowth16

A plate makes an inked impression on a rubber-blanketed cylinder, which in turn transfers it to the paper

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
offset printing
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
printing11printing process
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
set-backsetoff12

Offsetting - as a verb

Compensate for or counterbalance

Example: "Offset deposits and withdrawals"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
countervail16

Make up for

Example: "His skills offset his opponent's superior strength"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cancel10set off
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
balance11equilibrate22equilibriseequilibrize
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause (printed matter) to transfer or smear onto another surface

Create an offset in

Example: "Offset a wall"

Produce by offset printing

Example: "Offset the conference proceedings"

Example Sentences

"The offsetting costs were deducted from the overall budget."
"The offsetting transaction minimized the financial impact."
"The company implemented an offsetting strategy to balance the losses."
"The offsetting factors contributed to stabilizing the market."
"The offsetting payments helped equalize the distribution of resources."
View more

Word Game Points

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

OFFSETTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is OFFSETTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, offsetting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OFFSETTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is OFFSETTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, offsetting is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OFFSETTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen