countercharges

noun

Meaning

An accusation against an opponent in an argument in response to the opponent's accusations.
An thrust or charge against an enemy in response to their previous attack.

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Related words

counters(English)counterattack(English)counteroffensives(English)counter(English)counter attack(English)counterclaim(English)countercheck(English)countering(English)

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