juxtapose

[ juhk-stuh-pohz, juhk-stuh-pohz ]

verb (used with object)

, jux·ta·posed, jux·ta·pos·ing.

1. to place close together or side by side, especially with an arresting or surprising effect, or in a way that invites comparison or contrast.

juxtapose

/ ˌdʒʌkstəˈpəʊz /

verb

1. tr to place close together or side by side

Derived Forms

• ˌjuxtapoˈsitional, adjective
• ˌjuxtapoˈsition, noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of juxtapose¹

First recorded in 1850–55; back formation from juxtaposition

Word History and Origins

Origin of juxtapose¹

C19: back formation from juxtaposition, from Latin juxta next to + position

Example Sentences

The Croatian's final match in charge was a 3-2 home defeat by Bologna - when a lifeless on-pitch performance was juxtaposed with the anger of seething fans in the stands.

From BBC

A subtle camera push heightens the alluring atmosphere that paints a portrait of quintessential Joker: juxtaposing beauty with anarchy.

From Los Angeles Times

Trump soon had an ad on the air, juxtaposing the vice president’s comment with images of chaotic crossings at the southern border, bloody overseas wars and a headline: “Prices still rising.”

From Los Angeles Times

“New Wave” juxtaposes the memories of Ai’s uncles and aunts sneaking into underground clubs around Southern California with impressions of her own fragmented childhood, scarred by parental abandonment.

From Los Angeles Times

“Off With His Head” also has fun juxtaposing the individualism of American culture with the way your Indian parents raised you.

From Los Angeles Times