GRE vocabulary
Juxtaposition
The fact of two things being seen or placed close together with contrasting effect.
Example
"The artist used the juxtaposition of vibrant colors and stark lines to create a powerful image."
Etymology
From Latin 'juxta' (next to) and French 'position' (position).
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