Compensate
Definition
(verb) To make up for a loss or deficiency
Examples
“They will compensate for the delay with a discount.”
“I can't compensate for that mistake.”
“Can you compensate Maya for the parking ticket?”
“The bonus won't compensate for a cut in pay.”
“We moved the meeting to Friday to compensate for her late flight.”
Related words
Other English words at this level include Vicarious, Altruism, Petulant, Voracity, and Infrastructure. Tap any word to see its definition, examples, and audio.
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