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Compensate
Compensate - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
Compensate
Definition
(verb) adjust for
Synonyms
:
correct
,
counterbalance
,
even off
,
even out
,
even up
,
make up
Example Sentence
engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance
Definition
(verb) make amends for; pay compensation for
Synonyms
:
indemnify
,
recompense
,
repair
Example Sentence
One can never fully repair the suffering and losses of the Jews in the Third Reich
She was compensated for the loss of her arm in the accident
Definition
(verb) make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
Synonyms
:
cover
,
overcompensate
Example Sentence
he is compensating for being a bad father
Definition
(verb) make reparations or amends for
Synonyms
:
correct
,
redress
,
right
Example Sentence
right a wrongs done to the victims of the Holocaust
Definition
(verb) do or give something to somebody in return
Synonyms
:
make up
,
pay
,
pay off
Example Sentence
Does she pay you for the work you are doing?
Definition
(verb) make payment to; compensate
Synonyms
:
recompense
,
remunerate
Example Sentence
My efforts were not remunerated
Word used in video below:
text: compensate for her sexual frustration i
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