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ˈcounter-aˈttraction
[counter- 3, 9.]
Attraction of a contrary tendency; an attraction counteracting the influence of another.
a1763Shenstone (T.) Attractions..less perceptible, through a variety of counter-attractions that diminish their effect. 1842Manning Serm. (1848) I. 148 There was a counter-attraction overcoming the constraining love of their Lord. 1883St. James' Gaz. 1 Dec. 7/1 As fast as new subjects are brought forward..new books on the old ones present counter-attractions.
So counter-aˈttractive a., acting as a counter-attraction; having counter-attractions.
1864in Webster. |