counterpicket
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: //ˈkaʊntərˌpɪkɪt//
KK: /ˈkaʊntərˌpɪkɪt/
noun
Definition
A protest or demonstration that is organized to oppose another protest or demonstration.
Example
The workers organized a counterpicket to show their disagreement with the opposing group's demands.
Conversation
Did you see the news about the protest downtown?
Yeah, I heard there was a counterpicket against it.
I wonder what their reasons are for setting up the counterpicket.
Probably to express a different opinion on the issue.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
protest
demonstration
rally
Antonyms
support
endorsement
approval
verb
Definition
To participate in a protest or demonstration that opposes another protest or demonstration.
Example
The workers decided to counterpicket against the union's strike.
Tense Forms
Past: counterpicketed
Past Participle: counterpicketed
Conversation
Did you hear about the protest happening downtown this weekend?
Yeah, I heard some people plan to counterpicket against it.
That's interesting! I wonder what their reasons are.
Root Explanation
Counterpicket → It is formed from "counter-" (meaning against) and "picket" (from Middle French *piquet*, meaning a pointed stake or post). The word refers to a protest or demonstration that is organized in opposition to another protest or demonstration.
Memory Tip
Think of 'counter-' meaning against, and 'picket' referring to a stake or post used in protests. This helps you remember that a counterpicket is a protest against another protest.
Visually Confused Words
outpicket