What is "counteracts"

Usage examples of "counteracts".

It counteracts a sense of frustration when things cannot be changed or achieved, and increases confidence and pleasure in possibilities that can be realised within the limitations of the present circumstance.

For he counteracts the powers of darkness by his electrical skin and glaring eyes.

For he counteracts the Devil, who is death, by brisking about the life.

Example: if one sees him/herself as "hot headed," "flirtatious," "weak willed," or "too old to learn," this counteracts the effectiveness of any self-control method directed towards eliminating these reactions.