1. a written response or reply to a memorandum, typically from a subordinate to a superior or between colleagues, addressing points raised in the original memo
Usage: business/administrative context; often used in corporate or government settings

Examples

• The department head sent a countermemo disagreeing with the budget proposal outlined in the original memo.
• She drafted a countermemo to clarify her position on the new policy.
• The countermemo was circulated to all team members to provide additional context.
• In response to the directive, the manager issued a countermemo with alternative recommendations.
• The countermemo addressed each concern raised in the previous communication.