compensate

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Pronunciation
/ˈkɒm.pən.seɪt/
/ˈkɑm.pənˌseɪt/
Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

To do (something good) after (something bad) happens

2 Definition

To pay or reward someone in exchange for work done or some other consideration.

Example Sentences
  • It is hard work, but they will compensate you well for it.
3 Definition

To make up for; to do something in place of something else; to correct, satisfy; to reach an agreement such that the scales are literally or (metaphorically) balanced; to equalize or make even.

Example Sentences
  • His loud voice cannot compensate for a lack of personality.
4 Definition

To adjust or adapt to a change, often a harm or deprivation.

Example Sentences
  • I don't like driving that old car because it always steers a little to the left so I'm forever compensating for that when I drive it. Trust me, it gets annoying real fast.