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counteract

verb

/ˌkaʊntərˈækt/

Meaning

to act against something in order to reduce its effect

The medicine helps counteract the side effects of the treatment.

neutralize, offset, oppose, resist

promote, support

counteract effects, counteract influence, counteract impact, counteract problem

To give strength or energy to; energize.

To make suffering, deficiency, or a problem less severe or more bearable.

to manage or control the running of; to give or apply medicine or treatment

To quell the anger, agitation, or excitement of someone.

To pronounce with a hissing sound.

to indulge or exploit the weaknesses, desires, or immoral tendencies of others