compensate

verb

1. adjust for

   verb.stative

   Synonyms correct counterbalance even off even out even up make up

   Source: WordNet 3.0

2. make amends for; pay compensation for

   verb.possession

   Examples

   She was compensated for the loss of her arm in the accident.

   Synonyms indemnify recompense repair

   Source: WordNet 3.0

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

   verb.stative

   Synonyms cover overcompensate

   Source: WordNet 3.0

4. make reparations or amends for

   verb.social

   Synonyms correct redress right

   Antonyms wrong

   Source: WordNet 3.0

5. do or give something to somebody in return

   verb.possession

   Synonyms make up pay pay off

   Source: WordNet 3.0

6. make payment to; compensate

   verb.possession

   Synonyms recompense remunerate

   Source: WordNet 3.0

7. To make equal return to; to remunerate; to recompense; to give an equivalent to; to requite suitably; as, to <i>compensate</i> a laborer for his work, or a merchant for his losses.

   verb

   Source: webster1913

8. To make amends; to supply an equivalent; -- followed by <i>for</i>; as, nothing can <i>compensate</i> for the loss of reputation.

   verb

   Source: webster1913