어떤 힘이나 영향에 반대로 작용하여 그 효과를 줄이거나 저지하다.
To act against something in order to reduce its force or neutralize its effect.
예문:
"The government introduced new policies to counteract the rising inflation."
"We need a strong campaign to counteract the spread of false information online."
반대되는 효과를 가짐으로써 어떤 것의 영향을 상쇄하거나 균형을 맞추다.
To neutralize the effect of something by having an opposite effect or providing a balance.
예문:
"The benefits of the new technology counteract the initial high costs of installation."
"Learning a second language can counteract the cognitive decline associated with aging."
약물, 독소 또는 화학 물질의 작용을 중화하거나 없애다.
To neutralize the action of a drug, poison, or chemical substance.
예문:
"This specific antacid is designed to counteract excess stomach acid quickly."
"Doctors administered an antidote to counteract the effects of the venom."