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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

counteracted

/kʌntəˈreɪktɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does counteracted mean?

verb

Past tense of counteract, to act against or neutralize the effect of something. To counteract a problem or situation means to take action to prevent or reduce its negative effects.

Example

"The new policy helped to counteract the economic downturn and stimulate growth."

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