1. the act or instance of placing two or more things side by side, often to compare or contrast them or to create an interesting effect

Examples

• The juxtaposition of old and new architecture creates a striking visual effect.
• The artist used juxtaposition to highlight the differences between wealth and poverty.
• The juxtaposition of the two photographs revealed subtle differences in lighting.
• In the novel, the juxtaposition of past and present events creates dramatic tension.
• The museum’s juxtaposition of ancient artifacts with modern art was thought-provoking.
• The filmmaker’s juxtaposition of comedy and tragedy made the scene more powerful.