1. a step or action taken in response to or opposition against another step or move
2. in dancing or fencing, a step executed in opposition or as a defensive maneuver
Usage: technical

1. to take a step or action in response to or opposition against something

Examples

• The government announced a counterstep to address the rising inflation.
• In chess, a strong counterstep can turn a losing position into a draw.
• The dancer executed a graceful counterstep to match her partner's movement.
• The company's counterstep was to lower prices and improve customer service.
• He counterstepped quickly when his opponent made an aggressive move.
• The negotiators prepared a counterstep for each possible proposal from the other side.