COUNTERACTS
(verb, noun)Definitions
There are 5 meanings of the word
Counteracts.
Counteracts - 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)
Counteracts - as a noun
An action performed in opposition to another action.
Example Sentences
"Eating healthy counteracts the effects of a sedentary lifestyle."
"Drinking plenty of water counteracts the dehydration caused by hot weather."
"Exercising regularly counteracts the risk of heart disease."
"Taking vitamin C counteracts the common cold."
"Using sunscreen counteracts the harmful effects of UV radiation."
Word Game Points
Is COUNTERACTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, counteracts is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
COUNTERACTS has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.
Is COUNTERACTS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, counteracts is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordCOUNTERACTS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.
Is COUNTERACTS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, counteracts is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordCOUNTERACTS has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.
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