juxtaposition — the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The juxtaposition of his messy room and his perfectly organized desk was hilarious.
- The artist used juxtaposition to highlight social inequalities.
- The juxtaposition of her angelic face and devilish pranks confused everyone.
juxtaposition
NOUN[/ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən/]
the fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect
The gallery's juxtaposition of a medieval sword and a smartphone stops every visitor cold.
Perfect composition through clear opposition!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'juxta' meaning 'near' or 'beside,' combined with the past participle 'positus' (placed). The term was formed in English during the 17th century to describe the act of placing things side by side.
Breakdown
juxta- (beside, near) + -position (from Latin positus, placed) = juxtaposition (the placing of two things side by side)
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📝Examples
“The juxtaposition of his messy room and his perfectly organized desk was hilarious.”
“The artist used juxtaposition to highlight social inequalities.”
“The juxtaposition of her angelic face and devilish pranks confused everyone.”
“The movie's juxtaposition of comedy and tragedy created a unique viewing experience.”
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