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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

countermeasure

/kʌntərˈmeʒər/ noun · British & US
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What does countermeasure mean?

noun

A measure or action taken to counter or prevent something, especially a threat or an attack. A countermeasure is a response or a defense against a potential or actual problem.

Example

"The company implemented a countermeasure to prevent data breaches by increasing cybersecurity measures."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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