compensate
/ˈkɒm.pən.seɪt/(verb)
AWL Sublist 3CEFR B2IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
To provide something, usually money or an equal benefit, to balance or make up for a loss, damage, or disadvantage.
Key Academic Collocations
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compensatecompensationcompensatorycompensatedcompensatescompensating
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
recompenseoffsetreimbursecounterbalancemake amends
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"A sharp increase in solar energy production compensated for the decline in hydroelectric output during the summer months."
"Higher salaries alone cannot fully compensate employees for excessive working hours and hazardous conditions."
"Governments are urged to provide financial compensation to communities adversely affected by industrial pollution."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
Use 'compensate for' in Task 1 when describing offsetting trends, and in Task 2 when arguing whether benefits outweigh drawbacks.