(com-pen-sate) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to make up for something lost or damaged.

Example Sentence

Did the employer compensate John for his work?

More Example Sentences

They compensate workers for extra hours.

Synonyms

make amends; repay; offset

Antonyms

take; lose; forfeit

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Rhymes

  • compensate

  • uncompensate