i have looked everywhere. what is the use/function of juxtaposition?
2007-06-14 13:06:34 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Words & Wordplay
Sigma1 is right, but remember...when you place things, people's characteristics, objects (whatever it may be) side by side, it is specifically done for the comparison of the two items. It's function is to force you to compare and contrast the two...
2007-06-14 13:18:26 · answer #1 · answered by Mrs. Mac 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe it is when two things are next to each other, maybe interchangable?
juxtaposition
One entry found for juxtaposition.
Main Entry: jux·ta·po·si·tion
Pronunciation: "j&k-st&-p&-'zi-sh&n
Function: noun
Etymology: Latin juxta near + English position -- more at JOUST
: the act or an instance of placing two or more things side by side; also : the state of being so placed
- jux·ta·po·si·tion·al /-'zish-n&l, -'zi-sh&-n&l/ adjective
2007-06-14 20:20:00 · answer #2 · answered by greenfrogs 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The juxtaposition of the color images next to the black and white photography made for an fascinating gallery exhibit.
juxtaposition
One entry found for juxtaposition.
Main Entry: jux·ta·po·si·tion
Pronunciation: "j&k-st&-p&-'zi-sh&n
Function: noun
Etymology: Latin juxta near + English position -- more at JOUST
: the act or an instance of placing two or more things side by side; also : the state of being so placed
- jux·ta·po·si·tion·al /-'zish-n&l, -'zi-sh&-n&l/ adjective
2007-06-14 20:12:53 · answer #3 · answered by Beach Saint 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its when you compare one thing to another.
2007-06-14 20:12:15 · answer #4 · answered by Sigma1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋