Definitions

offset

[awf-set, of-, awf-set, of-] / ˈɔfˌsɛt, ˈɒf-, ˌɔfˈsɛt, ˌɒf- /

VERB

counterbalance, compensate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

balance cancel out counteract equal negate neutralize outweigh

STRONG

account charge counterpoise counterpose countervail equalize equipoise recompense redeem requite

WEAK

allow for atone for be equivalent make amends make up for set off

Antonyms

STRONGEST

approve disproportion

Example Sentences

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It called for $130 million for the program each year for 10 years, and said any revenue shortfall would be offset with other state funds.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

They’re just no longer big enough to provide an offset.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

"It helps to offset some of the weakness in the domestic demand."

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Healey added that if a defence contract is "sent overseas", the industry will be required to create jobs in the UK, in what he called a "British offset".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Up close, though, these warring hues were offset by the brilliant ring of gold around her pupils.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas

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