Definition of Juxtaposition

the fact of two things being seen or placed closed together with contrasting effect

Examples of Juxtaposition in a sentence

The reality clearly shows a cultural juxtaposition between rich people and poor people.  🔊

What impressed me most about the song was its juxtaposition of country and classic soul.  🔊

Because my husband and I have never had a dish composed of both Mexican and Italian foods, we were eager to see the juxtaposition the waitress would place in front of us.  🔊

The director’s latest film deals with the juxtaposition of love and hate and how the two emotions relate to each other.  🔊

While I am not a fan of Matthison’s art, I have to admit that the juxtaposition of colors he uses is quite captivating.  🔊

The juxtaposition of Harry’s tiny head with his massive frame made for a cartoonish picture.  🔊

Even the art critic was shocked by the juxtaposition of the two art styles in one portrait.  🔊

The juxtaposition of the comic books next to the philosophical journals made Jim’s library quite unique.  🔊

Although I am not a cookie lover, I am intrigued enough by the juxtaposition of the black and white icing to try a Half-Moon cookie.  🔊

Fingerprint identification involves the juxtaposition of two fingerprints on top of each other.  🔊

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