English / word
juxtapose
verb C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
To place two or more things side by side to highlight differences.
In context
01
The documentary juxtaposed extreme wealth with severe poverty in the city.
02
The exhibition juxtaposed modern art with classical sculptures.
Synonyms
contrast,compare,align
Antonyms
separate,disconnect,isolate
Collocations
juxtapose elements,juxtapose ideas,juxtapose contrasting styles
Verb forms
Past: juxtaposed · Past participle: juxtaposed · -ing: juxtaposing