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counter vs counterpunch

counterpunch vs counter

counter and counterpunch both are nouns.

counter is an adjective but counterpunch is not an adjective.

counter is a verb but counterpunch is not a verb.

counter is an adverb but counterpunch is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
counter Yes Yes Yes Yes
counterpunch Yes No No No
As nouns, counter and counterpunch are synonyms defined as:
  • counter and counterpunch: a return punch (especially by a boxer)
Other synonyms of counter include parry.
counter (noun) counterpunch (noun)
a return punch (especially by a boxer) a return punch (especially by a boxer)
table consisting of a horizontal surface over which business is transacted
a calculator that keeps a record of the number of times something happens
a piece of leather forming the back of a shoe or boot
game equipment (as a piece of wood, plastic, or ivory) used for keeping a count or reserving a space in various card or board games
a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers
(computer science) a register whose contents go through a regular series of states (usually states indicating consecutive integers)
a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
a person who counts things
counter (adjective) counterpunch (adjective)
indicating opposition or resistance
counter (verb) counterpunch (verb)
speak in response
act in advance of; deal with ahead of time
counter (adverb) counterpunch (adverb)
in the opposite direction
Difference between counter and counterpunch

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