Counter

Opposing or in response to something, A flat surface in a kitchen or shop where goods are displayed or transactions are conducted, A device that counts, A person who works at a sales counter

Counter - Meanings

Opposing or in response to something

Example: She had a counter argument to his proposal.

Usage: formalContext: academic or professional discussions

Note: Used to indicate a contrasting viewpoint or response

A flat surface in a kitchen or shop where goods are displayed or transactions are conducted

Example: He placed the groceries on the kitchen counter.

Usage: informalContext: everyday conversations

Note: Commonly used in household and retail settings

A device that counts

Example: The machine serves as a coin counter.

Usage: formalContext: technical or scientific discussions

Note: Refers to a tool used for tallying or calculating numbers

A person who works at a sales counter

Example: The store hired two new counters for the holiday season.

Usage: formalContext: business or retail environments

Note: Used to describe a specific role in customer service

Counter's synonyms

oppose

To act against or provide resistance to something.

Example: She opposed the new policy.

Note: While 'counter' can also mean to oppose, 'oppose' specifically emphasizes the act of standing against or resisting something.

confront

To face someone or something directly, especially in a challenging or aggressive manner.

Example: He confronted his fears head-on.

Note: While 'counter' can imply a response or reaction, 'confront' emphasizes facing a situation or person directly.

offset

To counterbalance or compensate for something by having an equal and opposite effect.

Example: The benefits offset the costs of the project.

Note: While 'counter' can mean to respond or oppose, 'offset' specifically refers to balancing or compensating for something.

combat

To fight against or engage in battle with an adversary or opponent.

Example: The soldiers were trained to combat the enemy.

Note: While 'counter' can refer to responding or opposing, 'combat' specifically involves actively fighting or engaging in a conflict.

Counter expressions, common phrases

counterbalance

To balance or offset something by applying an equal weight or force in the opposite direction.

Example: The addition of weight on the other side counterbalances the load.

Note: Counterbalance involves creating a balance by adding a weight or force to offset another, rather than simply being a surface for transactions.

counterpart

A person or thing that corresponds to or has the same functions as another.

Example: She met with her French counterpart to discuss the international trade agreements.

Note: Counterpart refers to a person or thing that is similar, equivalent, or corresponds to another, usually in a different context.

counterproductive

Having the opposite of the desired effect or outcome.

Example: Skipping meals can be counterproductive to your weight loss goals.

Note: Counterproductive describes actions that hinder or work against the intended goal or purpose.

Counter everyday (slang) expressions

informal term for a point at which people are served, like in a store or restaurant

Example: Let's meet at the counter before heading to the movie.

Note: The slang term 'counter' is more casual and commonly used in spoken language compared to its formal usage.

countertop

the surface in a kitchen or bathroom on which items are placed

Example: I spilled coffee on the countertop.

Note: In spoken language, 'countertop' is often used to refer to the kitchen surface rather than a general surface.

counterspell

an opposing spell or action taken to nullify the effects of another spell or action

Example: She used a quick counterspell to defend herself from the attack.

Note: In informal language, 'counterspell' is used in contexts beyond magic to describe a response that counteracts an initial action.

counteract

to act against or neutralize something

Example: Eating healthy foods can help counteract the effects of stress on your body.

Note: The term 'counteract' is commonly used in informal situations to describe actions that offset or mitigate negative effects.

counterflow

the opposite direction of a flow or movement

Example: The counterflow of traffic during rush hour made the commute longer.

Note: In spoken language, 'counterflow' is often used to describe traffic or movement patterns rather than simply indicating opposition.

countervalue

an opposing value or idea used in argumentation or debate

Example: He presented a countervalue argument to sway the opinion of the board.

Note: The informal use of 'countervalue' extends beyond formal discourse to include any contrasting idea or concept.

Counter - Examples

The cashier is standing behind the counter.

The security guard is using a hand-held counter to count the number of people entering the building.

The team needs to come up with a counter-attack strategy.

Counter grammar

Counter - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)

Lemma: counter

Conjugations

Adjective (Adjective): counter

Adverb (Adverb): counter

Noun, plural (Noun, plural): counters

Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): counter

Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): countered

Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): countering

Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): counters

Verb, base form (Verb, base form): counter

Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): counter

Syllables, Separation and Stress

counter Contains 2 syllables: count • er

Phonetic transcription: ˈkau̇n-tər

count er , ˈkau̇n tər (The red syllable is stressed)

Counter - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.

counter: ~ 2200 (Very common).

This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.

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