What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
counteractive
Example
The medication was counteractive against the side effects of chemotherapy. [counteractive: adjective]
Example
The company implemented counteractive measures to prevent cyber attacks. [counteractive: noun]
antagonistic
Example
The two political parties had an antagonistic relationship, constantly opposing each other's policies. [antagonistic: adjective]
Example
The coach warned the team not to be antagonistic towards their opponents during the game. [antagonistic: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Antagonistic is more commonly used than counteractive in everyday language, especially in social or interpersonal contexts. Counteractive is more commonly used in scientific or medical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between counteractive and antagonistic?
Counteractive is typically associated with a more formal tone, while antagonistic can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
