counteractor

/kʌntərˈæktər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that counteracts; an agent or factor that opposes or neutralizes the effect of something.

“The company’s new policy was a counteractor to the rising cost of living, providing subsidies to low-income families.”

2. verb

To counteract or oppose the effect of something.

“The government tried to counteract the economic downturn by implementing stimulus packages.”

Synonyms

  • antagonist
  • neutralizer
  • opponent

Antonyms

  • accelerator
  • enhancer