counteraction
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/kaʊntə'rækʃn/
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/kaʊntə'rækʃn/
An action that works against or stops the effect of something else.
The new policy serves as a counteraction to reduce pollution levels.
A response that opposes or balances another force or influence.
The team developed a counteraction to handle the competitor's new product.