GRE Word List

COMPENSATORY

to be equivalent to : counterbalance

The meaning of the word compensatory is to be equivalent to : counterbalance.

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WordMeaning
temporalof or relating to time as opposed to eternity
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
threatan expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage
paragona model of excellence or perfection
cringeto recoil in distaste
macerateto cause to waste away by or as if by excessive fasting
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
dissentto withhold assent or approval
halfheartedlacking heart, spirit, or interest
putrefyto make putrid