Synonyms of counterpart

counterpart

noun

ˈkau̇n-tər-ˌpärt 

1

as in equivalent

one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value

she worked with her counterpart in the other office to get the job done

Synonyms & Similar Words

• equivalent
• colleague
• partner
• fellow
• rival
• peer
• parallel
• coordinate
• competitor
• companion
• compeer
• equal
• match
• coequal
• like
• analogue
• twin
• half
• double
• associate
• mate
• copartner

2

as in twin

something or someone that strongly resembles another

the daughter is her mother's counterpart in somewhat reduced form

Synonyms & Similar Words

• twin
• replica
• image
• clone
• equivalent
• picture
• portrait
• duplicate
• double
• duplication
• facsimile
• doppelgänger
• likeness
• carbon
• look-alike
• alter ego
• fetch
• portrayal
• mirror image
• carbon copy
• spit
• match
• ringer
• companion
• spitting image
• fellow
• effigy
• analogue
• parallel
• mate
• equal

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• opposite
• reverse
• antithesis
• converse

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of counterpart

His Russian counterpart, Yana Lantratova, confirmed the truce was holding and that Russian engineers are working on demining Oleshky’s roads. — Hanna Arhirova, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

The Cotton Volume Sleeve Shirt is lighter than its counterpart and has a skin feel that’s similar to a pajama. — Bianca Kratky, Glamour, 29 Oct. 2026

On October 26, Saudi officials traveled to Tehran to meet with their Iranian counterparts, alongside leaders from Pakistan and Turkey. — Allison Minor, Foreign Affairs, 29 Oct. 2026

The iROSAs, when used in tandem with their older counterparts, have increased the station's power supply by 20% to 30%. — Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 29 Oct. 2026