1. A stroke or blow made in return or in opposition to another stroke; a responsive attack or action.
Usage: Usually plural; can refer to physical blows in combat or sports, or figurative responses in competition or conflict.

Examples

• The boxer delivered quick counterstrokes after his opponent's jab.
• In chess, strong counterstrokes can turn a losing position into a winning one.
• The team's counterstrokes in the second half led to three quick goals.
• She parried his criticism with sharp counterstrokes of her own.
• The fencer practiced defensive moves and counterstrokes to improve her technique.
• The company's marketing counterstrokes effectively challenged their rival's campaign.