COUNTERPOISES

13 letters 17 Scrabble points

Definition of COUNTERPOISES

noun

  1. A weight sufficient to balance another, for example in the opposite end of scales; an equal weight.

  2. An equal power or force acting in opposition; a force sufficient to balance another force.

  3. The relation of two weights or forces which balance each other; equilibrium

    Synonyms: equiponderance
Related words: equiponderance
verb

  1. To act against with equal weight; to equal in weight; to balance the weight of; to counterbalance.

  2. To act against with equal power; to balance.

Source: Wiktionary

Word Details

Letters C O U N T E R P O I S E S
Length 13 letters
Scrabble Score 17 points