juxtaposition in German
juxtaposition in German is Juxtaposition, Gegenüberstellung — juxtaposition means the placing of two things side by side, especially so that the contrast or connection between them stands out.
juxtaposition in German
Juxtaposition
(mathematics) An absence of operators in an expression.
Gegenüberstellung
The extra emphasis given to a comparison when the contrasted objects are close together.
What does "juxtaposition" mean?
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noun The placing of two things side by side, especially so that the contrast or connection between them stands out.
"The juxtaposition of the glass tower and the medieval church is startling."
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noun In writing, film, and art, a technique of setting contrasting images or ideas next to each other to create meaning or effect.
"The film's juxtaposition of the wedding and the funeral does the work of a whole monologue."
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juxtaposition in a sentence
- The juxtaposition of the glass tower and the medieval church is startling.
- Her essay draws on the juxtaposition of wealth and poverty in the same street.
- The film's juxtaposition of the wedding and the funeral does the work of a whole monologue.
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What is "juxtaposition" in German?
"juxtaposition" in German is Juxtaposition, Gegenüberstellung. juxtaposition means: The placing of two things side by side, especially so that the contrast or connection between them stands out.
How do you use "juxtaposition" in a sentence?
Example: "The juxtaposition of the glass tower and the medieval church is startling." In German, "juxtaposition" is Juxtaposition, Gegenüberstellung.
Are there other ways to say "juxtaposition" in German?
Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "juxtaposition": Juxtaposition, Gegenüberstellung.
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