juxtaposing

Meanings

• Verb

  Placing or contrasting two or more things side by side for comparison or contrast.

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Variants

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juxtapose , juxtaposed , juxtaposes , juxtaposing

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'juxta' meaning 'next to' and the suffix 'posing' meaning 'placing'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'juxtaposing' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

2. Juxtaposing is a popular technique used in graphic design to create visually striking compositions.

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Related Concepts

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1. Opposites: Juxtaposing is closely related to the concept of opposites, as it often involves placing two opposing ideas, objects, or concepts side by side to highlight their differences.

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Culture

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Juxtaposing has been used extensively in various forms of art, literature, and philosophy to create contrasting or thought-provoking combinations. For instance, in literature, authors like T.S. Eliot and William Faulkner have used juxtaposition to create complex narratives.

How to Memorize "juxtaposing"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize two contrasting objects or ideas placed next to each other.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'juxtaposing' with the image of two contrasting items side by side.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the phrase 'Next to each other' to help remember the meaning of 'juxtaposing'.

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