coun·ter·plot (koun t r-pl t )n. 1. A plot or scheme intended to subvert another plot. 2. See subplot. v. coun·ter·plot·ted, coun·ter·plot·ting, coun·ter·plots v.intr. To oppose or subvert one plot with another. v.tr. To plot against; thwart with a counterplot. |
counterplot [ˈkaʊntəˌplɒt]
n
a plot designed to frustrate another plot
vb -plots, -plotting, -plotted
1. (tr) to oppose with a counterplot
2. (intr) to devise or carry out a counterplot
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | counterplot - a plot intended to subvert another plot plot, secret plan, game - a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal); "they concocted a plot to discredit the governor"; "I saw through his little game from the start" |
| Verb | 1. | counterplot - make a plot in response to another plot plot - plan secretly, usually something illegal; "They plotted the overthrow of the government" |
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