Word: counterturn
Part of speech: Noun
Syllables: coun
ter
turn
Definition: The critical moment in a drama, when, contrary to expectation, the action is embroiled in new difficulties.
Morphemes:
Affix: counter-
Language: en
PoS: Prefix
Meaning: in opposition to
Etymology Compounds: Affix: contra
Language: la
Decoded: contra
Meaning: against
Affix: turn
Language: en
PoS: Noun
Meaning: A fit or a period of giddiness; a reeling sensation; a feeling that you are about to fall
Etymology Compounds: Affix: tornāre
Language: la
Decoded: tornare
Meaning: to round off, turn in a lathe