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English to English noun
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a weight that balances another weight |  | source: wordnet30
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equality of distribution |  | source: wordnet30
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a compensating equivalent |  | source: wordnet30
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A weight, power, or agency, acting against or balancing another |  | source: webster1913 verb
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adjust for |  | Example: engineers will work to correct the effects or air resistance
source: wordnet30
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contrast with equal weight or force |  | source: wordnet30
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oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions |  | Example: This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues
source: wordnet30
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To oppose with an equal weight or power; to counteract the power or effect of; to countervail; to equiponderate; to balance. |  | source: webster1913
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