counterreaction

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English

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Etymology

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From counter- +‎ reaction.

Noun

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counterreaction (plural counterreactions)

  1. An action taken in response to a prior reaction.
    • 2007 April 15, William J. Broad, “With Eye on Iran, Rivals Also Want Nuclear Power”, in New York Times[1]:
      There will be a very serious counterreaction, certainly in conventional military buildups but also in examining the nuclear option.”