What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
countermission
Example
The military planned a countermission to prevent the enemy from infiltrating their base. [countermission: noun]
Example
The special forces were sent on a countermission to sabotage the enemy's plans. [countermission: noun]
sabotage
Example
The workers went on strike and sabotaged the factory's machinery. [sabotaged: past tense verb]
Example
The spy was caught trying to sabotage the government's computer systems. [sabotage: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sabotage is a more common term than countermission in everyday language, and it is often used in a negative context to describe illegal or unethical actions. Countermission is a more specialized term used in military or espionage contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between countermission and sabotage?
Both countermission and sabotage are formal terms used in specialized contexts. However, sabotage may have a more negative connotation and may be less appropriate in formal settings.
