compensate

Definition

  • verb: to provide something good as a balance against something bad or undesirable
  • verb: to be equivalent to
  • used with 'for'
  • synonyms: recompense, requite, counterbalance

Examples

  • The price of the item has been reduced to 'compensate for' a defect.

  • She was not 'compensated' for the damage done to her car.

  • His enthusiasm 'compensates for' his lack of skill.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Oh, yeah? Oh, my God, like you wouldn't even believe. When I have a heavy night, I, uh, compensate the next morning. Exercise. Anti-oxidants. You know? Yeah, sure. Was it a good party? (..)
    2014 Ex Machina