counterbalance
Translation
counterbalance, counterweight
Examples
The crane uses a heavy counterbalance.
The crane uses a heavy counterbalance.
Her optimism is a counterbalance to his pessimism.
Her optimism is a counterbalance to his pessimism.
Grammar Patterns
a counterbalance ((to sth.)) The new law is a counterbalance to corporate power.
Similar Words
Synonyms: counterweight, counterpoise, offset
Etymology
From the prefix 'counter-' (against) and 'balance'. It refers to a force that 'balances against' another force.
Memory Tips
Think of a seesaw. To 'counter' the weight on one side, you need an equal 'balance' on the other.