Counteraction

Counteraction
Counteraction Coun`ter*ac"tion (koun`t?r-?k"sh?n), n. Action in opposition; hindrance resistance. [1913 Webster]

[They] do not . . . overcome the counteraction of a false principle or of stubborn partiality. --Johnson. [1913 Webster]


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  • counteraction — Synonyms and related words: amends, atonement, balancing, bucking, challenge, combative reaction, commutation, compensation, complaint, contention, contradiction, contraposition, contravention, contraversion, counterbalancing, counterworking,… …   Moby Thesaurus

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