Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

countervail

verb

/ˌkaʊntərˈveɪl/

Definition

To counteract or to offset the effect of something.

Examples

Efforts to countervail pollution have become a priority for many governments.
The team’s strong defense was able to countervail the opponent’s aggressive offense.
She tried to countervail her anxiety with positive thinking.

Meaning

Countervail refers to the act of balancing or compensating for something’s influence or effect. This can involve diminishing or opposing an effect through some force or action.