Word: counterstep
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: coun
ter
step
Definition: A measure taken to correct an action or situation; movement in the opposite direction.
Morphemes:
Affix: counter-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: in opposition to
Etymology Compounds: Affix: contra
Language: la
Decoded: contra
Meaning: against
Affix: step
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A change of position effected by a motion of translation.