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There are 2 meanings of the word Countervails.

Countervails - as a verb

Compensate for or counterbalance

Example: "Offset deposits and withdrawals"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
offset

Oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions

Example: "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
counteractcounterbalanceneutralize
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
canceloffsetset off
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"His dedication to his studies countervails his lack of natural talent."
"His dedication countervails his lack of experience."
"The increase in salary countervails the additional workload."
"Their strong defense countervails the opponent's aggressive offense."
"He believes that hard work countervails natural talent."
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Word Game Points

Is COUNTERVAILS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, countervails is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COUNTERVAILS has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is COUNTERVAILS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, countervails is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COUNTERVAILS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is COUNTERVAILS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, countervails is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COUNTERVAILS has a WORDFEUD points total of 19.

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