counter
NOUN
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[/ˈkaʊn.tər/en-US]
opposite
formal
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response
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counterpart
literal
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concept sentence
untranslatable
(The term 'counter' can refer to various contexts that may not have an equivalent in every linguistic framework.)
The term 'counter' refers to something that acts in opposition or reciprocity, such as an opposite position or a response to a given situation. It can also represent a counterpart in various contexts, such as parallel roles or functions.
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| counters |
- The response provided by the lawyer served as a strong counter to the accusations. — 弁護士が提供した反応は、 обвинения への強力な反論となりました。
- In many ways, the counter to his argument was well-structured and convincing. — 彼の主張への反論は、様々な点で良く構成され、説得力がありました。
register: formal
VERB
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[/ˈkaʊn.tər/en-US]
oppose
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counteract
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refute
similar meaning
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concept sentence
untranslatable
(In certain contexts, 'counter' as a verb may entail a broader sense of combating than any single verb can convey.)
As a verb, 'counter' means to act in opposition to something, to oppose, or to mitigate effects through counteraction. In some scenarios, it can also imply a broad approach to combating a behavior or argument.
regular
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| countering | countered |
- The scientist aimed to counter the misinformation regarding climate change with factual data. — 科学者は気候変動に関する誤情報に対抗することを目指し、事実データを用いました。
- They needed to counter the challenge presented by their competitors effectively. — 競合他社から出された挑戦に効果的に対抗する必要がありました。
register: formal
ADJ
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[/ˈkaʊn.tər/en-US]
antagonistic
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opposing
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contrary
literal
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concept sentence
untranslatable
(As an adjective, 'counter' can imply various opposing characteristics that might not be captured by a single word.)
The adjective 'counter' characterizes actions or positions that are antagonistic or opposing. It reflects contrary views or forces that interact with one another, embodying complexities that can vary widely in different contexts.
- The counter argument was presented to highlight the flaws in the initial proposal. — 反対意見は初期提案の欠陥を強調するために示された。
- Their counter strategies were designed to neutralize the impact of the opposition. — 彼らの対抗戦略は、反対派の影響を無効にするために設計されたものであった。
register: formal