counterbalancing

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English

Definitions

verb

To apply weight in order to balance an opposing weight.“Big brother counterbalances his two siblings to the pound.”
To match or equal in effect when applying opposing force“Arm wrestling is undecided as long as the opponents counterbalance each-other”

noun

The act by which something is counterbalanced.

Related words

Synonyms

counteract counterpoise counterweight equiponderate offset equalizer equipoise balance equilibrium countervail even up even out compensate neutralize oppose equaliser even off

Antonyms

outweigh overcome overpower

Associated

lift tail weight load influence effects growing power energy economic

Rhymes

balancing rebalancing balance hung

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