Prefix: CONTRA-, COUNTER-

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What does the prefix 'contra-' mean?

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The prefix 'contra-' means 'against' or 'opposite'.

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What does the prefix 'counter-' mean?

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The prefix 'counter-' means 'against' or 'in opposition to'.

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What is the meaning of 'contrast'?

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To look at different things to see how they are opposites or not related.

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What does 'counterfeit' refer to?

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Being the opposite of real; fake or artificial.

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What is a 'counterbalance'?

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A weight used to balance an opposite weight.

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What does 'contraband' mean?

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Anything that is against the law to buy or sell.

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What does 'counterintuitive' mean?

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Going against your gut feeling or common sense.

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What is a 'counterexample'?

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An example that contradicts a statement or proposition.

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What does 'contradict' mean?

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To assert the opposite of a statement or idea.

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What is a 'contrarian'?

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A person who opposes or rejects popular opinion.