counter-message

[ˈkaʊntər ˈmɛsɪdʒ]
nounpl: counter-messages
contra-mensagem
1. A message or communication sent in response to or in opposition to another message, typically to refute, contradict, or provide an alternative viewpoint
The political campaign released a counter-message to address the opponent's allegations.
A campanha política divulgou uma contra-mensagem para refutar as alegações do oponente.
2. A strategic communication designed to neutralize or counteract negative messaging or misinformation
Social media experts developed a counter-message to combat the viral misinformation.
Especialistas em redes sociais elaboraram uma contra-mensagem para combater a desinformação viral.
3. A reply or response that provides an alternative narrative or perspective to a previous statement
The organization issued a counter-message explaining their position on the controversial issue.
A organização emitiu uma contra-mensagem explicando sua posição sobre a questão controversa.
The term 'counter-message' is increasingly used in contemporary politics, media, and public relations in both the USA and Brazil, particularly in the context of rapid digital communication and the need to address misinformation quickly. It reflects modern communication strategies where responding to negative messaging is crucial for maintaining public perception and narrative control.
NYC Slang
clap back
Synonyms / Sinônimos
rebuttalresponsecounter-argumentcomebackrejoinderriposte
Antonyms / Antônimos
agreementendorsementaffirmation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
contra-mensagem
Standard term used in media, politics, and communications
São Paulo
contra-mensagem
Common in corporate and political communications
Rio de Janeiro
contra-mensagem
Used in media and political discourse
Portugal
contra-mensagem
Similar usage in Portuguese media and political contexts

Related Words

messagingcommunication strategypublic relationsretaliationresponsecounter-narrativemisinformation

Related Idioms & Phrases

fire back
come back with
strike back with
get the last word
set the record straight
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