countered

[ˈkaʊntəd]

countered Definition

• 1. to act in opposition to something; to offer a contrary argument or viewpoint
• 2. to meet an attack or challenge with a defensive move or action

Using countered: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "countered" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She countered his argument with a compelling point of her own.

• Example

  The boxer countered his opponent's punch with a swift uppercut.

• Example

  The company countered the negative publicity with a well-crafted PR campaign.

countered Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for countered

• oppose
• contradict
• challenge
• withstand
• confront

Antonyms for countered

• agree
• support
• endorse

Phrases with countered

• counter to

  in opposition to

  Example

  His actions were counter to the company's values.

• counter attack

  an attack made in response to an enemy attack

  Example

  The army launched a counter attack against the invading forces.

• counter offer

  an offer made in response to a previous offer, typically with modified terms

  Example

  After rejecting the initial offer, she made a counter offer with more favorable conditions.

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Summary: countered in Brief

To 'counter' [ˈkaʊntəd] is to oppose or contradict something, or to respond to an attack or challenge with a defensive move. Examples include 'She countered his argument with a compelling point of her own,' and 'The boxer countered his opponent's punch with a swift uppercut.' 'Counter' can also be used in phrases like 'counter to,' meaning in opposition to, and 'counter offer,' meaning an offer made in response to a previous offer.