Synonyms of COMPENSATE

verb

1. adjust for

   • COUNTERBALANCE20
   • CORRECT11

   Also: make up, even out, even off, even up.

2. make amends for; pay compensation for

   • RECOMPENSE16
   • REPAIR8
   • INDEMNIFY18

3. make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities

   • COVER10
   • OVERCOMPENSATE23

4. make reparations or amends for

   • RIGHT9
   • REDRESS8
   • CORRECT11

5. do or give something to somebody in return

   • PAY8

   Also: pay off, make up.

6. make payment to; compensate

   • RECOMPENSE16
   • REMUNERATE12