Definition

A person or thing that works against or counteracts another, often used in the context of medicine or chemistry as an antidote.

Example

The doctor administered a counteragent to neutralize the poison in the patient's system.

Conversation

I heard that some medicines need a counteragent to work effectively.

Really? I didn't know that! What does it do?

It basically helps neutralize any negative effects from the main medication.

That makes sense. It's good to know there are ways to balance things out.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Counteragent → It is formed from "counter-" (meaning against) and "agent" (from Latin "agens", meaning one who acts). The word describes a substance or force that acts against another, particularly in a chemical or medical context.

Memory Tip

Think of something that acts 'against' ('counter-') another force or agent — that's why counteragent refers to a substance that opposes another.

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