Definition

An image that opposes or contradicts another image.

Example

The artist created a counterimage to challenge the traditional views of beauty.

Conversation

Did you see that ad for the new phone?

Yeah, it looks great, but I found a counterimage that shows how it really performs.

Oh really? What does it show?

It highlights all the features they left out in the commercial.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Counterimage → It is formed from "counter-" (meaning against or opposite) and "image" (from Latin "imago", meaning likeness or representation). The word "counterimage" refers to an image that opposes or contrasts with another image.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'opposite' ('counter-') representation or 'likeness' ('image') — that's what a counterimage means.

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