Sekirov Dictionary

counterbalance

UK /ˌkaʊntəˈbæləns/US /ˌkaʊntɚˈbæləns/

noun 2
verb 2
forms 4

noun2

A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.
(figurative) A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.

verb2

•
To apply weight in order to balance an opposing weight.
- Big brother counterbalances his two siblings to the pound.
•
(figurative) To match or equal in effect when applying opposing force.
- Arm wrestling is undecided as long as the opponents counterbalance each other.
- The defenders' knowledge of the terrain roughly counterbalances the attackers' superior equipment.

forms

counterbalanced · counterbalancing · counterbalances · counterbalanceth

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