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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

compensate

/kɒmpɛnˈseɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does compensate mean?

verb

To make up for something, such as a loss or a mistake, by giving or doing something else in return. To provide something that makes up for a deficiency or lack.

Example

"The company will compensate its employees for the lost wages due to the factory closure."

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