v. Function: verb
1 to make good the defects of FF1C; her kind heart compensated for her nosy ways FF1E;
Synonyms: atone (for), balance, counterbalance, counterpoise, countervail, make up, offset, outweigh, redeem, set off
Related Words: abrogate, annul, invalidate, negate, nullify; counteract, negative, neutralize; better, fix (up), improve, repair; redress
Idioms: make amends ( or reparations), make matters right
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Synonyms: PAY 1, guerdon, remunerate
3 to make proper payment to (as for injury, loss, or damage) FF1C; compensated a worker injured on the job FF1E;
Synonyms: indemnify, pay, recompense, reimburse, remunerate, repay, requite
Related Words: recoup, refund
Idioms: make restitution ( or reparation)