compensate
//ˈkɒmpənseɪt//
Verb
compensateInfinitive
compensatePresent tense
compensatedPast tense
compensatedPast participle
compensatingPresent participle
compensatesThird-person singular
1
To give someone money or something of value to make up for loss, injury, or suffering they have experienced.
The company compensated the workers for their injuries.
2
To make up for something unwelcome or unpleasant by exerting an opposite force or effect; to counterbalance or offset.
Her enthusiasm compensates for her lack of experience.
3
To provide payment to someone for work done or services rendered.
The company compensates its employees fairly for their work.