Synonyms of counteract
5 similar words · 6 opposite words
Another word for counteract is offset. Other synonyms of counteract are countervail and remedy. The opposite of counteract is help.
Synonyms and similar words for counteract
verbTo have a contrary or opposing effect or force on someone or something.
- offsetTo counteract or compensate for, by applying a change in the opposite direction.
- counterpoise
- countervailTo counter, counteract, counterbalance, neutralize, or negate.
verbMore synonyms
- counterworkTo work in opposition to; to counteract.
- remedyTo provide or serve as a remedy for.
Opposite of counteract
Meaning of counteract
- noun An action performed in opposition to another action.
- verb To have a contrary or opposing effect or force on someone or something.
- verb To deliberately act in opposition to, to thwart or frustrate.
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Questions about synonyms of counteract
- What is another word for counteract?
- Counteract has 5 synonyms on Word.ws, such as offset, countervail and remedy.
- What is the opposite of counteract?
- The opposite of counteract is help. Other antonyms of counteract are support.
- What does counteract mean?
- Counteract means an action performed in opposition to another action.
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