Juxtaposition

Pronunciation: /ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən/

Juxtaposition (noun)

  1. Placing two things close together to show their differences.

Examples

  • The juxtaposition of the old and new buildings was striking.
  • Juxtaposition of bright colors can create a vibrant effect.

Common collocations: create a juxtaposition, juxtaposition of ideas, visual juxtaposition

Synonyms of Juxtaposition

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Juxtaposition

  • When discussing spatial or conceptual distance.