counterthrust
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8.2
- noun
- /ˈkaʊntərˌθrʌst/
- Her clever counterthrust silenced the critics during the heated discussion.
Examples
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He was prepared for every accusation with a well-timed counterthrust.
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The politician's counterthrust turned the argument in his favor.
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Her counterthrust left him speechless.
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The politician's counterthrust effectively refuted the claims.
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Her clever counterthrust during the debate effectively addressed the accusations made against her.
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The politician's counterthrust was so strong that it shifted public opinion in his favor immediately.
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He responded to the criticism with a sharp counterthrust that left everyone considering his viewpoint.
Synonyms
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6.7
A statement that says another person's argument is wrong
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6.1
A quick clever reply to a comment that shows anger or wit
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7.7
A quick clever reply that answers and often criticizes someone
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5.1
A reason that disagrees with another reason in a discussion
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6.5
A punch thrown back at an opponent after they attack
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8.0
An accusation that someone makes in reply to shift blame
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6.7
An action to respond to an opponent and get back an advantage
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6.3
An action that reduces or stops the effect of something
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5.9
A response that cancels a previous action
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7.3
A written or spoken reply that opposes another claim
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8.5
A strong public reaction that opposes someone's words or actions
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7.9
A hit given back after an attack
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9.0
A written reply that opposes another statement
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8.2
A quick clever reply that answers an insult or criticism
Antonyms
How Forceful
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Counterthrust joins counter- ('against' or 'in reply') with thrust ('a strong push'), giving a clear image of a push back. That is why a counterthrust can mean a sharp, effective reply that forces the other side back in an argument.