counterbalance

/ˌkaʊntə(ɹ)ˈbæləns/

noun

  1. 1

    A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.

  2. 2

    A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.

verb

  1. 1

    To apply weight in order to balance an opposing weight.

    Big brother counterbalances his two siblings to the pound.
  2. 2

    To match or equal in effect when applying opposing force

    Arm wrestling is undecided as long as the opponents counterbalance each-other

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