counterpart

noun C1

Meaning

A counterpart is a person or thing that corresponds to or has a similar function or position in a different context, often used to draw parallels or comparisons between entities in various fields such as law, diplomacy, or organizational structures.
💡 The term "counterpart" is often used in formal contexts, particularly in discussions involving negotiations or comparative analyses; it is important to ensure that the entities being compared are indeed analogous to avoid misleading implications.

Example Sentences

Our counterpart in the meeting agreed to the proposed contract terms .
The manager met with her counterpart to discuss the new policy .
The manager met with her counterpart to discuss the project details .
The researcher compared the data with her counterpart's findings carefully .

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