Synonyms of juxtaposition

juxtaposition

noun

as in proximity

the state of being next to one another

The juxtaposition of contrasting colors gives the painting a chaotic effect.

Related Words

• proximity
• abutment
• immediacy
• vicinity
• contiguity
• nearness
• closeness
• adjacency
• propinquity

Dissimilar Words

• distance
• remoteness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of juxtaposition

Comey’s nods to Drexler are mostly subtle, drawing from the artist’s color palette of vibrant hues from bright green and orange to cobalt blue and lilac, with an eye toward their high-contrast juxtapositions, a hallmark of Drexler’s paintings. — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Responding to arguments over the juxtaposition of the images, the three-judge panel of the state appeals court rebuffed Schneider’s characterization of the sequence. — Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2026

That juxtaposition starts with the Santos family and their team, who create the attractions, costumes, lighting, and special effects. — Miami Herald, 8 Sep. 2026

But that juxtaposition is so great, having jewels in the frock. — Hunter Ingram, Variety, 4 Sep. 2026