verb
1.
to make good the defects of
her kind heart compensated for her nosy ways
Synonyms: atone (for), balance, counterbalance, counterpoise, countervail, make up, offset, outweigh, redeem, set off
Related Word: abrogate, annul, invalidate, negate, nullify; counteract, negative, neutralize; better, fix (up), improve, repair; redress
Idioms: make amends ( or reparations), make matters right
2.
Synonyms: pay 1, guerdon, remunerate
3.
to make proper payment to (as for injury, loss, or damage)
compensated a worker injured on the job
Synonyms: indemnify, pay, recompense, reimburse, remunerate, repay, requite
Related Word: recoup, refund
Idioms: make restitution ( or reparation)