countermeasure
Translation
countermeasure, preventive measure
Examples
The government introduced countermeasures to stop the spread.
The government introduced countermeasures to stop the spread.
Security countermeasures were put in place at the airport.
Security countermeasures were put in place at the airport.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) countermeasure ((against sth.)) a measure taken to counteract something undesirable They took countermeasures against cyber attacks.
Similar Words
Synonyms: precaution, remedy, safeguard; Antonyms: catalyst, cause
Etymology
From the prefix 'counter-' (against) and 'measure' (an action). Literally, an action taken against another action.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'counter-attack'. This is a 'counter-action' or 'counter-measure' to deal with a problem.