juxtapose
Say it: juk-stuh-POHZ /ˈdʒʌkstəpoʊz/ · verb
What “juxtapose” means
Put things beside each other to show their differences.
More precisely: To place things side by side, especially to highlight a contrast.
Example: “The exhibition juxtaposes old photos of the city with images of the same streets today.”
When to use it
When arranging contrasting images, objects or ideas beside each other, especially when discussing art, writing or design.
Similar words
contrast, compare, set side by side
Where it comes from
From Latin juxta, "next to," plus French poser, "to place."
Quick check
A photographer places a tiny cottage beside a towering luxury hotel in the same picture. What does she do?
juxtapose or combine?
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juxtapose
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