1. a thrust or attack made in response to an opponent's thrust or attack
Usage: common in fencing and combat contexts
2. a forceful response or opposition to an argument, policy, or action
Usage: figurative use

1. to make a thrust or attack in response to an opponent's move
Usage: transitive or intransitive

Examples

• The fencer executed a perfect counterthrust after her opponent's lunge.
• His counterthrust in the debate effectively challenged the opposing viewpoint.
• She counterthrustd with a sharp jab when her rival attacked.
• The general's counterthrust caught the enemy forces off guard.
• In chess, a counterthrust strategy can turn a defensive position into an offensive advantage.
• The company's counterthrust to the competitor's price cut was a new product launch.
• He counterthrustd verbally, pointing out flaws in the argument against him.