COUNTERACTING
(verb)Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Counteracting.
Counteracting - as a verb
Oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions
Example: "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
counterbalance20countervail16neutralize19Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cancel10offset12set offHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Destroy property or hinder normal operations
Example: "The resistance sabotaged railroad operations during the war"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
countermine15sabotage11subvert12undermine12weaken13Hypernyms (Closely Related)
disobey13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"She took a counteracting medication to alleviate the side effects."
"His speech had a counteracting effect on the audience."
"The company implemented counteracting strategies to minimize market losses."
"A counteracting force prevented the car from sliding off the road."
"He used counteracting measures to neutralize the threat."
Word Game Points
Is COUNTERACTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, counteracting is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
COUNTERACTING has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.
Is COUNTERACTING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, counteracting is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCOUNTERACTING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 24.
Is COUNTERACTING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, counteracting is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCOUNTERACTING has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.
