Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

offset

[awf-set, of-, awf-set, of-] / ˈɔfˌsɛt, ˈɒf-, ˌɔfˈsɛt, ˌɒf- /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The earnings upgrade is partly offset by higher capital expenditure and an elevated 39.1% effective tax rate, the analyst adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

It called for $130 million for the program each year for 10 years, and said any revenue shortfall would be offset with other state funds.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

The company is generating revenue through sales of hardware, software, and professional services, but these inflows aren’t enough to offset the company’s continued losses.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Healey added that if a defence contract is "sent overseas", the industry will be required to create jobs in the UK, in what he called a "British offset".

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

In such an orbit the Sun is not at the center but is offset, at the focus of the ellipse.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan




Vocabulary lists containing offset


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "offset" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com