Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

counterspell

noun

/ˈkaʊntərˌspɛl/

Definition

A magical spell used to negate or cancel the effects of another spell.

Examples

During the duel, she cast a counterspell to nullify his fireball.
The wizard quickly muttered a counterspell, preventing the curse from taking hold.
In the game, using a counterspell can turn the tide of battle in your favor.

Meaning

Counterspell is a term often used in the context of fantasy literature, role-playing games, and magic systems, referring to the ability to stop an opponent’s spell from taking effect.