juxtapose
UK: ˌdʒʌk.stəˈpəʊz | US: ˌdʒʌk.stəˈpoʊz
vt. to place or deal with close together for contrasting effect
juxtapose = juxta<near> + pose<place>
- juxta: From Latin iuxta ("near, close to"), retained in English spelling as "juxta-".
- pose: From Latin ponere ("to place"), via Old French poser, now meaning "to place or position".
Etymology Origin:
The word "juxtapose" emerged in the mid-19th century, combining Latin iuxta (proximity) and ponere (placement). It reflects the deliberate act of placing two elements side by side to highlight differences or create comparison—a concept rooted in artistic and rhetorical traditions. The spelling preserves the Latin-derived "juxta-" prefix, while "pose" evolved through French into a versatile verb for positioning.
The exhibition juxtaposes modern art with classical sculptures.
Filmmakers often juxtapose light and dark scenes to convey mood.
The poem juxtaposes images of war and peace.
Architects juxtapose glass and steel to create striking contrasts.
Her essay juxtaposes scientific facts with personal anecdotes.