countercheck

/ˈkaʊntərˌtʃɛk/
noun
  1. A second check or verification to ensure accuracy or correctness.
    • A countercheck of the inventory revealed several missing items.
    • The accountant performed a countercheck on the numbers to avoid errors.
    • Before submitting the report, she did a countercheck of all the data.
  2. Something that restrains or opposes something else; a check or obstacle.
    • The veto power provides a countercheck to the majority's authority.
    • The new regulations act as a countercheck against corporate fraud.
    • His cautious nature served as a countercheck to her impulsive decisions.
Synonyms
verb
  1. To verify or double-check something for accuracy.
    • The editor counterchecked every fact in the article.
    • She counterchecked the address to make sure the package would arrive correctly.
    • Please countercheck the calculations before sending the invoice.
  2. To restrain or oppose something.
    • The court's ruling counterchecks the executive branch's power.
    • His skepticism counterchecked her enthusiasm for the risky plan.
    • The new policy counterchecks the influence of large donors.
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