off·set 
/ˈɑ:fˌsɛt/ verb
off·sets; off·set; off·set·ting /ˈɑ:fˌsɛt/ verb [+ obj] : to cancel or reduce the effect of (something) : to create an equal balance between two things
▪ Gains in one area offset losses in another. ▪ The limited storage space in the house is offset by the large garage.
▪ Gains in one area offset losses in another. ▪ The limited storage space in the house is offset by the large garage.
