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    Counteract

    /ˈkaʊntərˌækt/

    Meaning & Definition

    verb
    to act against something in order to reduce its force or neutralize it
    The medication was developed to counteract the side effects of the treatment.
    to oppose or mitigate an effect or influence
    She used a cold pack to counteract the swelling from her ankle injury.
    to counterbalance; to offset
    In order to counteract the weight gain from her diet, she started exercising regularly.
    to take action to combat or neutralize
    The government initiated measures to counteract the effects of climate change.

    Etymology

    Originates from Latin 'contra' meaning 'against' and 'agere' meaning 'to act'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    counteract climate change
    To take action aimed at reducing the impacts of climate change.
    counteract negative effects
    To take measures to lessen adverse outcomes.
    counteract temptation
    To deliberately act against the desire to do something.
    counteract criticism
    To respond in a way that diminishes criticism.

    Related Words

    counter
    To act against something.
    action
    The process of doing something.
    mitigate
    To make less severe.

    Slang Meanings

    To get back at something.
    They need to counteract those bad vibes.
    To play against the odds.
    He's always trying to counteract the haters.