compensate

US /ˈkɑ:mpenseɪt/

UK /ˈkɒmpenseɪt/

A2

verb

  • To give (money) to as a form of correcting a loss

other

  • To act so as to neutralize or correct (a deficiency or abnormality).
  • To make amends; make up for something.
  • To make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority.

other

  • To make amends for something
  • To reduce or counteract (something unwelcome or unpleasant); offset.
  • To give (someone) something, typically money, in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury incurred; recompense.
  • To give someone something, typically money, in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury incurred; recompense.
  • To give someone something, typically money, in recognition of loss, suffering, or injury incurred; reimburse.