counterbalance (
http://definr.com/counterbalance)
n 1: an equivalent counterbalancing weight [syn:
counterweight,
counterpoise,
balance,
equalizer,
equaliser]
2: equality of distribution [syn:
balance,
equilibrium,
equipoise]
3: a compensating equivalent [syn:
offset]
v 1: make up for, make good [syn:
compensate,
even out, {even
off},
even up]
2: place in opposition: can also be used in an abstract sense;
"Oppose thy steadfast gazing eyes to mine"- Shakespeare
[syn:
oppose,
turn the scales]
3: oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions;
"This will counteract the foolish actions of my
colleagues" [syn:
counteract,
countervail,
neutralize]