How to Pronounce "counteractive"
word
ˌkaʊntɚˈæktɪv
kown-ter-AK-tiv
ˌkaʊntərˈæktɪv
kown-tuh-AK-tiv
Definition
Something that acts to reduce or prevent the effect of something else; having an opposing or neutralizing effect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkaʊntɚˈæktɪv
British English
ˌkaʊntərˈæktɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kown-ter-AK-tiv
UK
kown-tuh-AK-tiv
Listen in Context
This medicine has a counteractive effect on the virus.
Exercise can be counteractive to the effects of stress.
They used a counteractive strategy to stop the problem.
Adding lemon juice has a counteractive effect on the sweetness of the dessert.