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counter

[koun-ter] / ˈkaʊn tər /
ADJECTIVE
opposite, opposing
Synonyms
STRONGEST
antithetical
STRONG
anti antipodal conflicting contradictory contrary contrasting converse hindering impeding obverse opposed reverse
WEAK
adverse against antagonistic antipodean diametric obstructive polar
Antonyms
STRONG
agreeing harmonious similar
WEAK
concurring corresponding corroborating equal same
ADVERB
contrary, reverse
Synonyms
STRONG
opposite
WEAK
against at variance with contrarily contrariwise conversely in defiance of versus
Antonyms
WEAK
equally same similarly
VERB
answer, respond in retaliation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
counteract foil offset oppose resist respond retaliate ward off
STRONG
backtalk beat bilk buck circumvent contravene cross dash disappoint frustrate hinder match meet parry pit return ruin vie
WEAK
counterwork fly in the face of have bone to pick hit back play off take on thumbs-down
Antonyms
STRONGEST
aid assist help support
STRONG
agree allow divide encourage facilitate permit separate

Example Sentences

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“He’s going to try to continue to try to shape the narrative to counter a lot of the negative reactions about the war.”

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

If you’re at the airport, head to a ticket counter to see what can be done for you.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 28, 2026

Kalekye says she is talking about her ordeal publicly to counter what has been said about her.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

At the multi-level Red Bull Mirage that overlooks the Quasar Stage, Nobu will offer a reservation-only omakase counter.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 27, 2026

Sarah R. was going to have to return to the counter soon.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.