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

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

They have no server business to offset the damage.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The atoms are arranged so that each one is paired with another atom that has an equal but opposite energy offset.

From Science Daily • Jun. 6, 2026

Meat prices were almost unchanged, rising by 0.1% from April as higher bovine, ovine, and poultry meat prices were largely offset by lower pig meat prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

I helped by using my wages to offset part of my siblings’ school costs.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane

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