counterpoise | Definition of counterpoise

counterpoise

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of counterpoise

to balance with an equal force so as to make ineffective

her overall healthiness largely counterpoised the virulence of the infection

Synonyms of counterpoise

annul, cancel (out), compensate (for), correct, counteract, counterbalance, make up (for), negative, neutralize, offset

Words Related to counterpoise

invalidate, negate, neuter, nullify

outbalance, outweigh, redeem

redress, relieve, remedy

override, overrule