noun

countermeasure

KOWN-tuh-meh-zhuh

Countermeasure (noun) means an action or device designed to counteract a threat or problem. Example: “The military deployed electronic countermeasures against the incoming missiles.”

noun

An action or device designed to counteract a threat or problem.

"The military deployed electronic countermeasures against the incoming missiles."

"New security countermeasures were introduced after the data breach."

How to use countermeasure

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA defensive action taken to neutralize a threat or problem.

Common pairings

security countermeasures defensive countermeasures

Word forms

countermeasures plural

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Etymology

From counter- + measure.

Rhymes for countermeasure

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Frequently asked questions

What does “countermeasure” mean?

The word “countermeasure” means an action or device designed to counteract a threat or problem. In plain terms, a defensive action taken to neutralize a threat or problem.

How do you pronounce “countermeasure”?

“Countermeasure” is pronounced KOWN-tuh-meh-zhuh (/ˈkaʊ̯ntɚmɛʒɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “countermeasure” in a sentence?

Here is “countermeasure” used in a sentence: “The military deployed electronic countermeasures against the incoming missiles.”

What part of speech is “countermeasure”?

“Countermeasure” is a noun.