juxtapose
verb
To place or deal with close together for contrasting effect; to set side by side for comparison.
Etymology
From French juxtaposer, from Latin juxta (near, beside) + French poser (to place), forming "to place beside."
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The artist juxtaposed light and shadow to create dramatic effect."
- 2.
"The documentary juxtaposed scenes of wealth with images of poverty."
- 3.
"Modern architecture often juxtaposes old and new elements."
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Fun Fact
Juxtaposition is a fundamental technique in visual arts, literature, and music. The "kuleshov effect" in film demonstrates how juxtaposing different images creates meaning the individual shots don't possess.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 9 letters (J, U, X, T, A, P, O, S, E)
Scrabble Value: 25 points
Tip: Words ending in "SE" are often good scoring opportunities.
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