juxtaposition
Pronunciation
/ˌdʒəkstəpəˈzɪʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "juxtaposition"in English

Juxtaposition
01

the act of placing two things side by side to produce a contrasting effect

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
juxtapositions
Examples
The photographer 's juxtaposition of light and shadow created a dramatic effect in the portrait.
02

the placement or positioning of things next to one another

Examples
The juxtaposition of the old cathedral and the modern skyscraper is a feature of the city's skyline.
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