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counteroffer

/kʌntərˈɒfə/ noun · British & US
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What does counteroffer mean?

noun

A proposal made in response to an initial offer, often with the intention of improving or modifying the original terms. In business or negotiation, a counteroffer is a response to an initial offer that attempts to alter the terms or conditions.

Example

"The company made a counteroffer to the employee, increasing the salary and offering additional benefits."

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