1. a revolution opposing a previous revolution and attempting to restore a former system of government or social order

Examples

• The counterrevolution sought to restore the monarchy after the republican government was established.
• Many nobles fled the country during the revolution but returned during the counterrevolution.
• The counterrevolution was led by conservative forces who opposed the radical changes.
• Historians debate whether the events of 1799 constituted a counterrevolution or merely political reform.
• The counterrevolution failed to gain popular support among the peasants.
• Foreign powers often supported counterrevolutions to maintain regional stability.