Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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counterpoint | Yes | No | Yes | No |
counterbalance | Yes | No | Yes | No |
counterpoint (noun) | counterbalance (noun) |
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a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies | a weight that balances another weight |
a compensating equivalent | |
equality of distribution |
counterpoint (verb) | counterbalance (verb) |
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write in counterpoint | oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions |
to show differences when compared; be different | contrast with equal weight or force |
adjust for |