counteract (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /ˌkaʊntərˈækt/
Definition
To act in opposition to something in order to reduce its force or neutralize it.
Examples
The government introduced new policies to counteract the rising inflation.
She took an antacid to counteract the heartburn caused by the spicy food.
Regular exercise can help counteract the negative effects of a sedentary lifestyle.
How to Use counteract
- counteract something (prepositional phrase)
- To act against a specific thing or force. — "The new law aims to counteract the spread of misinformation."
- counteract the effects of (collocation)
- To reduce or eliminate the consequences of something. — "Regular exercise can help counteract the effects of prolonged sitting."
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