countermeasure

[ koun-ter-mezh-er ]

noun

1. an opposing, offsetting, or retaliatory measure.

countermeasure

/ ˈkaʊntəˌmɛʒə /

noun

1. action taken to oppose, neutralize, or retaliate against some other action

Word History and Origins

Origin of countermeasure¹

First recorded in 1920–25; counter- + measure

Example Sentences

By adopting the mindset of an identity thief and employing smart countermeasures, you can spot the signs of potential fraud early and prevent criminals from hijacking your digital life.

From Salon

This countermeasure has the potential to counteract the effects of microgravity by pooling fluid back into the lower body.

From Science Daily

"China's car companies called on the government to adopt firm countermeasures against the EU," the report said.

From BBC

That could point to a common cause, “and then the countermeasures are easily more targetable,” he said.

From New York Times

The only countermeasure is to hit the bombers before they drop their payload.

From Los Angeles Times

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