English · Common Verbs
juxtapose
/ˈdʒʌk.stə.pəʊz/
[/ˈdʒʌk.stə.pəʊz/]
place side by side
Advancedverb
Definition
To place two or more things close together, especially to highlight a contrast.
Example
The exhibition juxtaposes modern photographs with paintings from several centuries earlier.
The exhibition juxtaposes modern photographs with paintings from several centuries earlier.
Etymology
From Latin 'juxta' (next to) plus French 'poser' (to place).
How & Where It’s Used
Used in art, literary, and analytical contexts.