Counter (Verb)
Meaning 1
Speak in response; "He countered with some very persuasive arguments".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- She countered the criticism with evidence of her hard work and dedication.
- The defense lawyer countered the prosecution's claims with a contradictory expert opinion.
- He countered the proposal with a more cost-effective and efficient solution.
- The company countered the allegations of false advertising with a detailed explanation of their marketing strategy.
- She countered his joke with a witty and humorous remark of her own.
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Meaning 2
Act in advance of; deal with ahead of time.
Classification
Verbs of political and social activities and events.
Examples
- The country took steps to counter the threat of the pending economic crisis by implementing a stimulus package.
- To counter the effects of the impending storm, residents boarded up their windows and secured outdoor furniture.
- The company implemented a marketing strategy to counter the competition's latest advertising campaign.
- Researchers are working to counter the increase in antibiotic-resistant bacteria by developing new treatments.
- The government must take action now to counter climate change before its effects become irreversible.