Counteractive: meaning, definitions and examples
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counteractive
[ ˌkaʊntərˈæktɪv ]
inhibition of an action
Tending to counteract or neutralize the effect of an action or process. Acting in opposition to something.
Synonyms
antagonistic, conflicting, contrary, hindering, opposing
Examples of usage
- The medication has a counteractive effect on the symptoms.
- His speech was counteractive to the progress of the negotiations.
- The new law is seen as counteractive to the previous regulations.
- The counteractive measures were implemented to prevent further spread of the virus.
- The counteractive response was swift and effective.
opposing force
Something that acts in opposition to something else. A force or influence that counteracts another.
Synonyms
antagonist, contradiction, hindrance, obstacle, opposition
Examples of usage
- The counteractive in this situation is the lack of funding.
- She viewed his actions as a counteractive to her own plans.
- The counteractive of fear is courage.
- The counteractive of love is hate.
- The two political parties represent a counteractive to each other.
Translations
Translations of the word "counteractive" in other languages:
🇵🇹 contraproducente
🇮🇳 विरोधी
🇩🇪 gegenwirkend
🇮🇩 bertentangan
🇺🇦 протидійний
🇵🇱 przeciwdziałający
🇯🇵 対抗的な
🇫🇷 contre-productif
🇪🇸 contraproducente
🇹🇷 karşıt
🇰🇷 대항하는
🇸🇦 مضاد
🇨🇿 protiúčinný
🇸🇰 protichodný
🇨🇳 对抗的
🇸🇮 protiučinkovit
🇮🇸 andverkandi
🇰🇿 қарсы әрекет етуші
🇬🇪 წინააღმდეგი
🇦🇿 əks təsirli
🇲🇽 contraproducente
Word origin
The word 'counteractive' originated in the early 19th century, formed by combining 'counter-' with 'active'. It signifies something that acts in opposition or neutralizes the effect of an action. The concept of counteractivity has been prevalent in various fields, including science, politics, and medicine, where the need to counteract certain forces or processes is essential for achieving balance or progress.
See also: counterfeit, counterstrike, countertop.