noun
- plural of countercry; opposing or answering cries or shouts made in response to other cries
Usage: typically used in historical or literary contexts; often refers to competing slogans or rallying calls
Examples
- The two political factions exchanged countercries across the town square.
- During the protest, countercries from rival groups echoed through the streets.
- The countercries of the opposing armies could be heard from miles away.
- Medieval crowds would raise countercries to drown out their opponents' voices.
- The debate was marked by countercries and heated exchanges between supporters.