To compensate
Example: The company compensates employees for extra work
Definition
"To compensate" means to give something, typically money or benefits, in recognition of loss, damage, or work done. It involves making up for an inconvenience or providing remuneration to balance an obligation or effort, such as when a company compensates employees for extra work.
Etymology
The verb "to compensate" comes from the Latin 'compensare,' meaning 'to weigh one thing against another' or 'to balance.' It combines 'com-' (together) and 'pensare' (to weigh). Did you know? This word originally implied balancing scales, reflecting its meaning of making things equal or fair.
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"To compensate" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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