offset
/ˌɒfˈset/ · /ˌɔːfˈset/
CEFR level C1Topic EnvironmentWord #5945 in the learning path
抵消；补偿
Definitions
v. to balance or reduce the effect of something
抵消；补偿
Example
My shorter commute offsets the higher rent here.
通勤时间缩短弥补了这里租金较高的不足。
Planting trees can offset some carbon emissions, but reducing fossil fuel consumption remains essential.
植树可以抵消一部分碳排放，但减少化石燃料消耗仍然至关重要。
Collocations
- offset the cost
- offset carbon emissions
- offset the impact
Synonyms
- counterbalance
- counteract
Usage tip
过去式和过去分词仍为offset；现在分词为offsetting。
FAQ
- What does offset mean?
- to balance or reduce the effect of something
- How is offset pronounced?
- UK /ˌɒfˈset/, US /ˌɔːfˈset/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
