counterplot
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈkaʊntərˌplɒt/
KK: /ˈkaʊntərˌplɑt/
noun
Definition
A plan or scheme created to counteract or undermine another plan.
Example
The detective devised a counterplot to catch the criminal off guard.
Conversation
Did you hear about the new movie with the crazy counterplot?
Yeah, it sounds really interesting!
I love when films have unexpected twists like that counterplot.
Same here! It keeps you on the edge of your seat.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
scheme
conspiracy
design
Antonyms
honesty
truth
sincerity
verb
Definition
To create a plan or scheme to oppose or thwart another plan.
Example
The detective decided to counterplot against the criminal's scheme.
Tense Forms
Past: counterplotted
Past Participle: counterplotted
Conversation
Did you hear about the new movie where they try to counterplot against the villain?
Yeah, it sounds really interesting!
I love when characters come up with clever ways to outsmart their enemies.
Root Explanation
Counterplot → It is formed from "counter-" (meaning against) and "plot" (from Old French *plot*, meaning a plan or scheme). The word refers to a plan made against another plan or scheme.
Memory Tip
Think of making a plan "against" something — that's what a counterplot is.
Visually Confused Words
underplot