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COUNTERBLOW Synonyms

There are 7 synonyms of the word counterblow. (exact relations)
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counterattack
nounn
noun

• an attack by a defending force against an attacking enemy force in order to regain lost ground or cut off enemy advance units etc.

• (chess) an attack that is intended to counter the opponent's advantage in another part of the board

verb

• make a counterattack

counteroffensive
nounn
noun

• a large scale offensive (more than a counterattack) undertaken by a defending force to seize the initiative from an attacking force

counterpunch
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a return punch (especially by a boxer)

reprisal
nounn
noun

• a retaliatory action against an enemy in wartime

response
nounn
noun

• a result

• a bodily process occurring due to the effect of some antecedent stimulus or agent

• a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation

• the manner in which something is greeted

• a phrase recited or sung by the congregation following a versicle by the priest or minister

• the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange

• the manner in which an electrical or mechanical device responds to an input signal or a range of input signals

retaliation
nounn
noun

• action taken in return for an injury or offense

counterstroke
nounn
noun

• A blow given in return.

• A retaliation.

Alternatives for COUNTERATTACK

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