counterpoise (noun)

1. In some religious rituals, a counterpoise symbolizes the balance between good and evil.

2. The architect used a counterpoise to create stability in the design of the skyscraper.

3. The futuristic spaceship relied on a counterpoise to maintain its equilibrium in zero gravity.

4. Their relationship was a counterpoise of strengths and weaknesses, constantly balancing each other out.

1. The formation of alliances among countries counterpoised the power of other nations in World War II.

2. The artist used shades of light and darkness to counterpoise the composition of the painting.

3. In the cartoon, the main character's impulsiveness counterpoised the calm and collected persona of their sidekick.

4. The teaching of forgiveness and compassion is often counterpoised with the concept of divine retribution in religious texts.