as in to oppose
to strive to reduce or eliminate
efforts to counter poverty in every sector of our country
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as in offset
a force or influence that makes an opposing force ineffective or less effective
strong moral guidance at home is the best counter to the pernicious allure of popular culture
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as in opposite
something that is as different as possible from something else
her version of the domestic dispute was almost the exact counter of what actually happened
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as in negative
opposed to one's interests
was unprepared for such a strong counter campaign by opponents of the legislative bill
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Recent Examples of counter
Elissa Robinson, USA Today, 4 June 2025
This new directive seems counter to Trump’s promise.
—Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 24 June 2025
Prosecutors countered that Dominguez acted out of anger, fueled by a breakup and uncertainty over his future at UC Davis.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2025
Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Unlike the others, which are built more for smartphones and desktops, Amazon is clearly trying to lock in its place on the kitchen counter with Alexa+.
—Mike Feibus, USA Today, 7 June 2025
Ashleigh N. Deluca, Parents, 29 May 2025
Instead, the Department of Health and Human Services is filling with political appointees whose views of vaccines run less obviously counter to evidence than Kennedy’s.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 17 May 2025
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Verb
Damaging a beloved community space intended to foster reflection and bring hope to the whole community is counter productive.
—Elissa Robinson, USA Today, 4 June 2025
This new directive seems counter to Trump’s promise.
—Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
Noun
Insurance companies counter that authorizations are a vital tool to prevent unnecessary tests and medical care that inflates medical bills for families.
—Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 24 June 2025
Prosecutors countered that Dominguez acted out of anger, fueled by a breakup and uncertainty over his future at UC Davis.
—Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 23 June 2025
Adjective
This watch has a brown leather strap with off-white stitching and a striking green matte finish dial, complemented by a seconds’ counter at the 9 o’clock position and a red hand.
—Laia Farran Graves, Forbes.com, 10 June 2025
Unlike the others, which are built more for smartphones and desktops, Amazon is clearly trying to lock in its place on the kitchen counter with Alexa+.
—Mike Feibus, USA Today, 7 June 2025
Adverb
The best way to protect against unhealthy messages about masculinity is for parents to be prepared with a counter narrative for their family.
—Ashleigh N. Deluca, Parents, 29 May 2025
Instead, the Department of Health and Human Services is filling with political appointees whose views of vaccines run less obviously counter to evidence than Kennedy’s.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 17 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for counter
Verb
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The Federal Reserve’s vice-chair for supervision Michelle Bowman is now the second Fed official to support rate cuts as soon as July, opposing Fed chair Jerome Powell.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
24 June 2025
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Those opposed to institutional real estate investors have pushed for restrictions or outright bans on SFR ownership by institutional investors.—
Caleb Petitt,
National Review,
24 June 2025
Noun
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While higher oil prices are a significant drag on many sectors within the US economy, the profits from US oil production provide a positive offset.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2025
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Carbon offsets, electric vehicles, and glossy net-zero pledges are held up as solutions, while the core logic—produce more, ship further, grow faster—goes unchallenged.—
Nathalie Kelley,
Time,
17 June 2025
Noun
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But recent patterns suggest the opposite is taking hold.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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But for a recent appearance during the Glastonbury Festival, Robbie continued to distance herself from Barbie with a manicure shade that is the complete opposite of the doll's signature pink.—
Allure,
Allure,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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Put it all together, and this year has been a textbook example of how a negative NIIP profile can magnify currency turmoil, Ford warned.—
Alicia Adamczyk,
Fortune,
28 June 2025
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However, the theory fell through after Sam tested negative for gun residue and fully cooperated with officers.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
28 June 2025
Adverb
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The water-free, no-rinse stick creates a slippery barrier on the skin so that your razor can smoothly glide across, leaving skin smooth and hydrated with sea moss, hyaluronic acid and ginger root oil.—
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2025
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Moreover, Itoh peonies are pleasantly perfumed and are the largest peonies, growing up to eight inches across.—
Joshua Siskin,
Oc Register,
28 June 2025
Verb
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As most skin care buffs know, hyaluronic acid is a holy grail humectant used in skin care and makeup to retain moisture, retain elasticity, and fight aging.—
Ariana Yaptangco,
Glamour,
26 June 2025
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The city argued the policy was confidential, and would interfere with the department’s ability to fight crime.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
26 June 2025
Noun
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Flexibility and work-life balance without the loss of structure and collaboration.—
Maria Ross,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Charles Schwab Learn More Minimum deposit and balance Minimum deposit and balance requirements may vary depending on the investment vehicle selected.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
25 June 2025
Adjective
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Meanwhile, Syria has turned from a fertile ground to a hostile one for Iran and its assets, after the Assad regime was toppled in December.—
Lina Khatib,
Time,
19 June 2025
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Republican leaders there have long seen many local school boards as hostile to potential charter school operators, resulting in a steady push to find ways for operators to apply to the state.—
Kate Payne,
The Orlando Sentinel,
18 June 2025
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“Counter.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counter. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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