What does "counterreaction" mean?

An action taken in response to a prior reaction.

What is a synonym for "counterreaction"?

Common synonyms include: backlash, backlashes.

noun

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Noun

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An action taken in response to a prior reaction.
"There will be a very serious counterreaction, certainly in conventional military buildups but also in examining the nuclear option.”"

"There will be a very serious counterreaction, certainly in conventional military buildups but also in examining the nuclear option.”"

From counter- + reaction.