Definition

A shot that is taken in reply to another shot, often used in contexts like photography or firearms.

Example

The photographer took a countershot to highlight the differences in lighting between the two images.

Conversation

Did you see that countershot in the latest action movie?

Yeah, it was so unexpected!

I love how it completely changed the flow of the scene.

Definitely! It added so much tension to the moment.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Countershot → It is formed from "counter-" (meaning against) and "shot" (from Old English "sceot", meaning to shoot). The word describes a shot that is fired in response to another shot, hence, against the original shot.

Memory Tip

Think of 'counter-' meaning against, and 'shot' referring to shooting — a countershot is a shot fired in response to another.

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