He moonlights as a smuggler, ferrying mail, contraband, and people across the broad Potomac into Virginia.
WORD LISTScontra, counterThu Jun 05 16:37:55 EDT 2025
Learn these words that contain the roots contra or counter, meaning "against" or "opposite."
contraband
He moonlights as a smuggler, ferrying mail, contraband, and people across the broad Potomac into Virginia.
contradict
He also read from a letter that contradicted her claim that she never wanted to return to work again.
contrary
Constantly look for contrary evidence and alternative explanations.
contrast
The contrast suggests drastically different choices to some community leaders.
contravene
And by some estimates, as many as two-thirds of those boats engage in fishing that contravenes international or national laws.
controversial
It's still a controversial theory, and more research is needed.
controversy
There is much uncertainty about the interpretation of experimental data and a great deal of controversy surrounding the theories.
controvert
Indeed, replications that confirm previous results typically get less attention than those that controvert them.
counterargument
Citations assure the reader that you have engaged with the strongest counterarguments and facts.
counterclaim
The suit and counterclaim are filed in United States District Court for the Northern District of California.
counterfeit
Police are asking shop owners and customers to be on the lookout for counterfeit bills when exchanging money.
counterintuitive
It seems counterintuitive, but physical activity is a powerful antidote for fatigue.
countermand
Lincoln, upon learning of this order, immediately countermanded it.
counterpart
British officials, like their American counterparts, would like to create a digital backdoor to this technology.
encounter
“Good morning!” he called cheerfully to a woman he encountered on the path.
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