Counteract Definition & Meaning
counteract
- verb
- act in opposition to
- oppose or check by a counteraction
- oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions; "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues"
- destroy property or hinder normal operations; "The Resistance sabotaged railroad operations during the war"
"Counteract" in song lyrics
See how counteract is used in real songs:
-
"On my biz-ack, back slap ya counteract"
Pop Da Brown Hornet f/ Smoke — Endangered Species -
"Bust back, the right machine to counteract"
Prince Paul f/ Kool Keith — Weapon World -
"You are the witness of change and to counteract..."
Rage Against the Machine — Take the Power Back
Words that rhyme with counteract
Usage tips for "counteract"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "counteract" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for counteract to find words that pair well.
Use "counteract" in a verse
Now that you know what "counteract" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does counteract mean?
- act in opposition to oppose or check by a counteraction oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions; "This will counteract the foolish actions of my colleagues" destroy property or hinder normal operations; "The Resistance sabotaged railroad operations during the war"
- What part of speech is counteract?
- Counteract is a verb.
- How many definitions does counteract have?
- Counteract has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).