COMPENSATE

Definition of COMPENSATE

  1. (verb)adjust for
  2. (verb)make amends for; pay compensation for
  3. (verb)make up for shortcomings or a feeling of inferiority by exaggerating good qualities
  4. (verb)make reparations or amends for
  5. (verb)do or give something to somebody in return
  6. (verb)make payment to; compensate