Synonyms: counter, counterpunch, parry
Definition: a return punch (especially by a boxer)
Similar words: lick, clout, slug, biff, poke, punch
Definition: (boxing) a blow with the fist
Usage: I gave him a clout on his nose
Synonyms: buffet, counter, sideboard
Definition: a piece of furniture that stands at the side of a dining room; has shelves and drawers
Similar words: article of furniture, furniture, piece of furniture
Definition: furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy
Usage: they had too much furniture for the small apartment; there was only one piece of furniture in the room
Synonyms: counter
Definition: table consisting of a horizontal surface over which business is transacted
Similar words: table
Definition: a piece of furniture having a smooth flat top that is usually supported by one or more vertical legs
Usage: it was a sturdy table
Definition: a calculator that keeps a record of the number of times something happens
Similar words: calculating machine, calculator
Definition: a small machine that is used for mathematical calculations
Synonyms: counter, heel counter
Definition: a piece of leather forming the back of a shoe or boot
Usage: a counter may be used to stiffen the material around the heel and to give support to the foot
Similar words: piece of leather
Definition: a separate part consisting of leather
Synonyms: counter
Definition: 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
Similar words: game equipment
Definition: equipment or apparatus used in playing a game
Synonyms: counter
Definition: (computer science) a register whose contents go through a regular series of states (usually states indicating consecutive integers)
Similar words: register
Definition: (computer science) memory device that is the part of computer memory that has a specific address and that is used to hold information of a specific kind
Synonyms: rejoinder, replication, retort, return, riposte, counter, comeback
Definition: a quick reply to a question or remark (especially a witty or critical one)
Usage: it brought a sharp rejoinder from the teacher
Similar words: response, reply
Definition: the speech act of continuing a conversational exchange
Usage: he growled his reply
Synonyms: counter
Definition: a person who counts things
Similar words: somebody, someone, soul, mortal, person, individual
Definition: a human being
Usage: there was too much for one person to do
Synonyms: counter
Definition: speak in response
Usage: He countered with some very persuasive arguments
Similar words: answer, reply, respond
Definition: react verbally
Usage: She didn't want to answer; answer the question; We answered that we would accept the invitation
Synonyms: anticipate, foresee, forestall, counter
Definition: act in advance of; deal with ahead of time
Definition: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Usage: think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel
Synonyms: antagonistic, counter
Definition: indicating opposition or resistance
Similar words: negative
Definition: characterized by or displaying negation or denial or opposition or resistance; having no positive features
Usage: a negative outlook on life; a colorless negative personality; a negative evaluation; a negative reaction to an advertising campaign