juxtaposition
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The placing of two things side by side to highlight the contrast between them.
Synonyms and antonyms
Synonyms
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The photograph's power comes from the _____ of a quiet garden and a bombed-out building right beside it."
Answer: juxtaposition
In your own words, what does "juxtaposition" mean?
The placing of two things side by side to highlight the contrast between them.
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