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COUNTERATTACKS

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Counterattacks.

Counterattacks - as a noun

An attack by a defending force against an attacking enemy force in order to regain lost ground or cut off enemy advance units etc.

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
countermove18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
attack12onrush9onset5onslaught13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(chess) an attack that is intended to counter the opponent's advantage in another part of the board

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
counterplay18

Counterattacks - as a verb

Make a counterattack

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
counterstrike19

Example Sentences

"The team launched several counterattacks in response to the opponent's aggressive offense."
"His swift counterattacks during the game caught the opposing team off guard."
"The counterattacks proved to be effective in gaining back lost territory."
"The army prepared for possible enemy counterattacks."
"The captain instructed the troops to be ready for imminent counterattacks."
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Word Game Points

Is COUNTERATTACKS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, counterattacks is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

COUNTERATTACKS has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is COUNTERATTACKS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, counterattacks is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
COUNTERATTACKS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is COUNTERATTACKS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, counterattacks is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
COUNTERATTACKS has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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