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countered

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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Developers’ recent applications for water rights tied to Stratos were immediately countered with formally filed objections from everyday Utahns; two of these applications have already been withdrawn.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

The Trojans countered to tie the score with a run in the bottom of the second.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

"If a dog is displaying these sorts of behaviours, we are going to get it treated and countered very early on in their life".

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Hilton countered that his beard was actually a happy accident: his stubble received a positive reception after a razor-free family vacation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

“What are you doing out here in the middle of the night?” he countered.

From "Copper Sun" by Sharon M. Draper