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countervail
1.
[ verb ]
compensate for or counterbalance
Synonyms:
offset
Examples:
"offset deposits and withdrawals"
Related terms:
balance
counterbalance
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2.
[ verb ]
oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions
Synonyms:
counteract
counterbalance
neutralize
Examples:
"This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"
Related terms:
cancel
override
counterbalance
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countervailing
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