Meaning of the word counteract in English

What does counteract mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

counteract

US /ˌkaʊn.t̬ɚˈækt/
UK /ˌkaʊn.tərˈækt/
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Verb

to act against something in order to reduce its force or neutralize it

Example:
The government is taking measures to counteract the effects of inflation.
Drinking a lot of water can help counteract dehydration.