1. a reaction or response made in opposition to another reaction; a reverse or opposing action taken in response to something
Usage: often used in political, social, or scientific contexts

Examples

• The government's strict new policies sparked a counterreaction from civil rights groups.
• Scientists observed a counterreaction in the chemical mixture when the catalyst was removed.
• The counterreaction to the controversial law was swift and widespread.
• His aggressive stance provoked a counterreaction from his political opponents.
• The market experienced a counterreaction after the initial surge in stock prices.
• Environmental activists organized a counterreaction to the proposed industrial development.