COUNTERS Synonyms: 74 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of counter

as in opposes

to strive to reduce or eliminate efforts to counter poverty in every sector of our country

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noun

plural of counter

as in offsets

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 opposites

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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Recent Examples of counters

Verb

Indigenous Peoples Day provides an alternative option for those not wanting to recognize the controversial historical figure, and counters the narrative of Columbus being someone to idolize. — Mackenzie Chase, The Washington Examiner, 12 Oct. 2026 But the network counters the plaintiffs' claims on technical and legal grounds. — David Folkenflik, NPR, 4 Oct. 2026 The plate works in conjunction with full-length Air cushioning, which counters with its bounce and comfort. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 When the police warn him that such invasive reporting might affect the case, Lamb counters that that’s very much his intention. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026 However, the Illinois Policy Institute counters that a millionaire tax could open the door for higher taxes on thousands of local small businesses by generating an uptick in their marginal state income tax rate. — Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026 Jeffco counters that changing policies would place the school district in violation of Colorado’s Anti-Discrimination Act, which protects transgender students’ access to facilities based on their gender identities. — Jessica Seaman, Denver Post, 10 Aug. 2026 Setser counters that the world can’t afford to wait, given China could soon be exporting 20 million cars annually — double its current pace — or 1 in 3 autos sold outside the country. — Andy Browne, semafor.com, 4 Aug. 2026 But the Mercedes counters with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, more conventional physical controls, a richer dashboard presentation, and substantially more traditional luxury-car ambiance. — Karl Brauer, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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Russia says Ukraine deliberately blocks supplies and evacuations; Kyiv counters that Moscow is effectively holding civilians hostage. — ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026 Granite counters and a mini-split air-conditioning unit round out the room, which acts like a hub, connecting to multiple other spaces. — New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2026 The researchers also noted that some associations varied by age and by whether passive use occurred in general social media settings or inside online groups, a level of nuance that raw screen-time counters cannot capture. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026 While never as durable as replacement counters, epoxy is still far more durable than paint. — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Oct. 2026 Its counters are crowded with plants and flowers in various states of decay, stacks of plates, fruit and Venezuelan snacks like tins of Pirulin cookies, all styled like a Dutch still life. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026 Chef’s counters, bar seating with full menus and single-seat tasting experiences could become more prominent as restaurants explore ways to meet demand for experiential dining. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Oct. 2026 Escape vertically inside your home by moving upstairs or getting on top of counters to avoid being swept away. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 11 Oct. 2026 Flavors including Butter Brickle, rum raisin and maple walnut were once familiar options at ice cream counters and grocery stores, but many have become harder to find as tastes have changed. — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 10 Oct. 2026

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The museum opposes an attempt by the Jewish Federation-Council of Greater Los Angeles and its board chair Daniel Gryczman, who sued in September for the return of Lucas Cranach the Elder’s 16th-century diptych painting Adam and Eve.

— Brian Boucher, ARTnews.com, 16 Oct. 2026
Doody, a former radio host, also supports school choice and opposes a millionaire tax, two notches in his favor.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of opposes

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Stifel analyst Peter McGoldrick, who covers athletics, footwear and lifestyle brands, noted that elevated input costs is likely to impact margin pressure for the 2027 calendar year before offsets.

— Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Chinese Money Plant Chinese money plants (Pilea peperomioides) often produce offsets or baby plants, which are easy to divide and repot into their own containers.

— Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Sep. 2026

Definition of offsets

Noun

The current twins, Declonius and Salton, are feuding opposites, both of whom find ways to lure Batter into their schemes.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026
Specifically, the tension between apparent opposites that currently seems like the modern condition.

— Vanessa Friedman, New York Times, 4 Oct. 2026

Definition of opposites

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As Ukraine fights a larger, richer and better-equipped enemy, Kyiv sees the strikes on Russian oil refineries as one of its few instruments to reduce Moscow’s ability to fight.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026
Gemma, still recovering from her injury, fights her impulses and stays on the sideline.

— Keith Phipps, Vulture, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of fights

Noun

Under the latest proposal that trustees will vote on, schools with smaller cash balances would contribute less toward an emergency fund used to help struggling institutions.

— CBS News, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
The collection balances shaping, comfort and style in equal measure, including such staples as stretchy-fit basics, a relaxed denim jacket and high-rise wide-leg jean, among others.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of balances

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FinCEN is the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, which combats money laundering, illicit financial activities and terrorist financing networks around the world.

— Steve Kopack, NBC news, 13 Oct. 2026
How Wisconsin combats loneliness Sampson said re-establishing connection to other people can often be a trial-and-error process.

— Caden Perry, jsonline.com, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of combats

Noun

The need for correctives is extensive, and the work is well under way.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 1 Oct. 2026
These are all refreshing correctives to the texts that previously stood in for contemporary Japan internationally, including any number of small volumes about magical cafés, bookshops, or libraries, often with cats on their covers.

— Sarah Chihaya, New Yorker, 3 Mar. 2026