Definition of Compensate
Compensate
com·pen·sate
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to provide in return for something, usually employment or as a payment for pain and suffering;
e.g. I will compensate her generously for her good work.
(verb)
to make equal, level or fair; to make up for something lacking;
e.g. The team hopes to compensate in other criteria to earn back some points.
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