counterbalance
coun-ter-bal-ance
verb
To offset or neutralise the effect of something with an opposing force.
"His calm nature helped counterbalance her anxiety."
noun
A weight or influence that offsets another, creating stability or equality.
"The heavy base provides a counterbalance."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: offset, balance, equipoise, equilibrium, equaliser, counterweight, equalizer, counterpoise, even out, even up, make up, compensate