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counteract

CEFR: C1

To act against, neutralize, or balance an opposing negative chemical effect, physical force, or disease progression.

Synonyms

neutralise
offset
combat

Common Collocations

counteract the effects
counteract the decline
help to counteract

Example Sentence

Aerobic workouts stimulate brain-derived neurotrophic factor, helping to counteract age-related synaptic decline.

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