COUNTERCLOCKWISE Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

counterclockwise

adverb

Definition of counterclockwise next

as in reversely

in the direction opposite to movement of a clock's hands Turn the screw counterclockwise one full turn.

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Recent Examples of counterclockwise The moderate hike will begin heading counterclockwise along Deam Lake Loop (Yellow Trail), come out near the Office/Nature Center, and finish by heading North on Trail 2 from the Apple Orchard Picnic Shelter. —

Indianapolis Star, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Aug. 2024 Young and Donahoe suggested ensuring your ceiling fans run counterclockwise to create a cooling breeze. —

Laura Daniella Sepulveda, The Arizona Republic, 2 July 2024 When brushing, go with the grain of the felt, working counterclockwise on top and clockwise on the bottom. —

Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2024 Your ceiling fan direction for summer should be counterclockwise, creating a downdraft that redistributes cool air around the room. —

Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for counterclockwise

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