Here are examples of the word/phrase "compensates" used in a sentence and paraphrased in a sentence...
The mage's ability to cast debuff spells compensates for his low attack power.
The mage's ability to cast debuff spells makes up for his low attack power.
The main antagonist being overpowered more than compensates for the one vulnerability he has.
The main antagonist being overpowered more than makes up for the one vulnerability he has.
That character's high HP compensates for their low defense.
That character's high HP makes up for their low defense.
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