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jukst-uh-POHZ/ˌdʒʌkstəˈpəʊz/

To juxtapose is to place two things side by side, especially so the contrast teaches: juxtapose X with Y. Juxtaposition (already in the dictionary) is the noun. Compare is everyday and wider; contrast names the difference. Do not juxtapose a slogan with a slogan and call it analysis.

Meaning

To place two things side by side, especially to contrast them.

Examples

• “Juxtapose the abstract claim with the empty methods cell.”
• “Juxtapose the abstract claim with the empty methods cell and the problem is visible.”
• “Compare can be any side-by-side. Contrast is the difference. Juxtaposition is the noun. A collage of logos is decoration, not a juxtaposition that argues.”

Good to know

Place side by side (for contrast). Noun: juxtaposition (already in the dictionary). Everyday: compare / contrast. Two slogans are not analysis.

Near in meaning

compare

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