Juxtaposition
n. /ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən/ (جَکسٹا پوزِیشَن)The fact of two things being placed close together, especially for contrasting effect.
Juxtaposition Meaning in Urdu
In everyday Urdu, juxtaposition describes deliberately placing two contrasting things side by side to highlight a difference.
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Placing two contrasting things side by side for effectپہلو بہ پہلو رکھنا
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The contrast created by such placementاس ترتیب سے پیدا ہونے والا تضاد
“Juxtaposition” is common in art, literature, and film criticism to describe deliberate contrast for artistic or rhetorical effect.
Word Details
| Word | Juxtaposition |
| Part of Speech | Noun |
| CEFR Level | C1 |
| Difficulty | Ielts |
| Urdu Meaning | پہلو بہ پہلو رکھنا، تقابل |
| English Meaning | Placing two contrasting things together for effect |
| Pronunciation | /ˌdʒʌkstəpəˈzɪʃən/ |
| Word Type | Formal noun |
| Commonness | Common in art, literature, and design criticism |
Pronunciation
Simple English Explanation
Use “juxtaposition” for the deliberate placement of two contrasting things side by side — the juxtaposition of an old stone church next to a glass skyscraper.
اردو وضاحت
“Juxtaposition” کا مطلب ہے دو متضاد چیزوں کو جان بوجھ کر پہلو بہ پہلو رکھنا تاکہ فرق نمایاں ہو۔
Example Sentences
Synonyms
Nuance: “Contrast” describes the difference itself between two things; “juxtaposition” specifically describes the deliberate act of placing those things together to highlight that difference.
Antonyms
Common Collocations
Word Family
| Form | Word |
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| Adjective | Juxtaposed |
| Noun | Juxtaposition |
| Adverb |
Verb form: juxtapose, juxtaposes, juxtaposed, juxtaposing.
Juxtaposition vs Contrast
“Contrast” is the difference itself between two things, which may or may not be deliberately arranged.
“Juxtaposition” is the deliberate technique of placing those things together, physically or narratively, so the contrast becomes visible or meaningful to the viewer or reader.
Common Mistakes
✓ The juxtaposition of the old building and the new skyscraper highlighted the city’s changing skyline.
“Juxtaposition” needs the actual placement described, not just a vague statement of contrast.
IELTS Usage
Writing: Useful in Task 2 essays analysing art, literature, urban design, or contrasts in society.
Speaking: Less common in speaking; a more formal, written or academic word.
Example: “The documentary’s juxtaposition of archival footage and modern interviews created a powerful narrative.”
MDCAT / Academic Usage
Appears frequently in art criticism, literature analysis, and film studies passages.
Word Origin / Etymology
From Latin juxta (“next to”) combined with English “position.”
Memory Tip
“Juxta” means “next to,” as in “adjacent” — juxtaposition means positioning things next to each other.
Mini Quiz
1. Meaning of “juxtaposition”:
2. Correct sentence:
3. Antonym of “juxtaposition”:
4. Verb form:
5. Word origin means:
6. Which best fits “juxtaposition”:
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FAQs
What is the meaning of juxtaposition in Urdu?
Juxtaposition means پہلو بہ پہلو رکھنا، تقابل — two things being placed close together, especially for contrasting effect.
Is juxtaposition a noun, verb, or adjective?
Noun; the verb form is juxtapose and the adjective form is juxtaposed.
What are the synonyms of juxtaposition?
Contrast, comparison, and proximity — with nuance explained above.
What is the opposite of juxtaposition?
Separation, isolation, and segregation.
How is juxtaposition used in art and film?
Artists and filmmakers use juxtaposition to place contrasting images or scenes together to create meaning, tension, or emphasis, as explained in the IELTS Usage section above.
Is juxtaposition useful for IELTS?
Yes, particularly for essays analysing art, literature, or design, as shown in the IELTS Usage section above.