counteract

/kˌa‍ʊntəɹˈækt/

/ˈkaʊntɝˌækt/

to counteract

MAIN VERB

act in opposition to

synonyms : antagonise

oppose or check by a counteraction

oppose and mitigate the effects of by contrary actions

destroy property or hinder normal operations

Examples

1. The antidote counteracts the effects of the tranquilizer.

2. So, like, the hearts and flowers counteract the stinky shoes?

3. Ambition should counteract ambition.

4. - I counteracted your BS.