compensate
verbTo make up for a loss or disadvantage, or to provide payment for work.
Make up for a disadvantage
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Clear all filtersTo make up for a loss or disadvantage, or to provide payment for work.
Make up for a disadvantage
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To compensate for a loss or protect against specified loss.
To respond with a similar action or feeling.
Repayment of money someone has spent or lost.
To return a feeling or repay an action in kind.
Restoration or repayment for a loss or injury.
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