compensate
Translation
to make up for, to pay, to offset
Examples
The company will compensate employees for their travel expenses.
The company will compensate employees for their travel expenses.
Nothing can compensate for the loss of a loved one.
Nothing can compensate for the loss of a loved one.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((for sth.)) to pay (sb.) for (sth.) The company will compensate employees for their travel expenses.
((for sth.)) to make up for (sth.) Nothing can compensate for the loss of a loved one.
Similar Words
Synonyms: make up for, offset, reimburse, repay
Etymology
From Latin 'com-' (together) + 'pensare' (to weigh). It means 'to weigh one thing against another', to create a balance.
Memory Tips
Think of 'common sense' telling you to pay for something you broke, to 'compensate'.