1. alternative plans or proposals offered in response to or in opposition to an existing plan
Usage: often used in debate, policy, or business contexts

1. to propose or develop an alternative plan in response to another plan
Usage: third-person singular present or plural present of counterplan

Examples

• The committee presented several counterplans to the original budget proposal.
• During the debate, the opposing team counterplans by suggesting a different approach to healthcare reform.
• Management counterplans whenever they disagree with the initial strategy.
• The two departments submitted counterplans that addressed the same problem differently.
• She counterplans the merger by outlining a more cost-effective alternative.
• Counterplans are essential in competitive debate to challenge the affirmative case.
• The board reviewed multiple counterplans before making a final decision.