countermeasure

Meaning

1. Any action taken to counteract or correct another.
2. (in-plural) Any of the devices and techniques used to impair the operational effectiveness of an enemy.

Synonyms

counter-measure

counterplan

game

gaming

measure

reaction

remedy

reprisal

resource

response

relief measure

remedial measure

antiradar

radarproof

counteraction

Translations

Gegenmaßnahme

contre-mesure

contramedida

contromisura

contramedida

αντίμετρο

geeignete Maßnahme

controazione

tegenmaatregel

contra-medida

karşı tedbir

الإجراء المضاد

önlem

تدبير مضاد

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈkaʊntəmɛʒə/

Etymology

From counter- + measure.