noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
counterattack; counteroffensive
Used for military, sports, debate, or any situation where one strikes back after being attacked. Often used with する as an intransitive verb.
敵の反撃に備えて守りを固めた。
We strengthened our defenses in preparation for the enemy's counterattack.
彼
He immediately counterattacked against the criticism.