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View synonyms for countermeasure

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
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of countermeasure1

First recorded in 1920–25; counter- + measure
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Example Sentences

Bell works to find countermeasures that relieve stress for astronauts and improve teamwork.

From Salon

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.

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

"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.

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