Definitions for counteract

counteract coun·ter·act

Spelling: [koun-ter-akt]
IPA: /ˌkaʊn tərˈækt/

Counteract is a 10 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 14 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 18 points.

You can make 559 anagrams from letters in counteract (accenorttu).

Definitions for counteract

verb (used with object)

  1. to act in opposition to; frustrate by contrary action.

Origin of counteract

First recorded in 1670-80; counter- + act

Examples for counteract

To no end did Barrington exert himself to conceal or counteract this frigidity.

Hence, we must counteract the ocular deception by an adjustment of proportions.

You have to counteract it with something, and I guess discipline was the mark.

Warnings have been broadcasted, but there are no stocks of chemicals that might counteract it.

He does not wish me to be there without his presence to counteract my evil influences.

When you exercise, your body releases hormones called endorphins, which not only counteract stress but also lower cortisol levels.

When exercise feels like a dreaded chore, our bodies release stress hormones that counteract many of its positive effects.

We could use more of those moments to counteract the constant saccharine spin.

Courts are given independence under our system precisely to counteract the unconstitutional actions of the majority.

This impression, however, I found I could counteract the moment I had time for reflection.

Word Value for counteract
Scrable

14

Words with friends

18

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