Counterbalance
/ˈkaʊntərˌbæl əns/
Synonyms
- compensate
- counteract
- neutralize
- offset
- countervail
Slang Meanings
To make up for a lack or deficiency.
I pulled an all-nighter to counterbalance my laziness during the week.
To negate the negative effects of something.
He tried to counterbalance his junk food binge with a workout.