What is another word for counter-balances?
Pronunciation: [kˈa͡ʊntəbˈalənsɪz] (IPA) 
Counter-balances are often referred to as weights that counteract the effects of something. There are various synonyms for this word, including compensates, offsets, counteracts, neutralizes, balances, cancels out, equalizes, counterpoises, and counterweights. These words are often used interchangeably depending on the context, but they all refer to the same concept of balancing out the effects of something. For instance, a heavy object on one side of a seesaw can be counterbalanced by a lighter object on the opposite side, to ensure that both sides are at equilibrium. Similarly, in the world of finance, counter-balancing can refer to actions taken to offset or balance out financial risks.
