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
imbecilitythe quality or state of being very stupid or foolish : utter foolishness
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illusorybased on or producing illusion : deceptive
engagedinvolved in activity : occupied
lugubriousmournful
uxoriousexcessively fond of or submissive to a wife
choreographythe art of symbolically representing dancing
prolixityunduly prolonged or drawn out : too long
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
inhibitedto prohibit from doing something