What is "counterattack" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "counterattack": an attack by a defending force against an attacking enemy force in order to regain lost ground or cut off enemy advance units etc.

Noun

Meaning of "counterattack": make a counterattack

Verb

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

Noun

Synonyms:

retribution, revenge, reprisal, counterblow, counteraction, reciprocation, vengeance, neutralization, countermove, counteroffensive, counterstrike, an eye for an eye,

Antonyms:

forgiveness, pardon, sympathy,