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counterbalance

Counterbalance (noun) means a weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.

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

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

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is the meaning of counterbalance?

"counterbalance" (noun) means a weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance.

What are the different meanings of counterbalance?

"counterbalance" has 2 main meanings: 1. A weight that is put in opposition to an equal weight so it keeps that in balance; 2. A force or influence that balances, checks or limits an opposite one.