juxtaposition
//ˌdʒʌk.stə.pəˈzɪʃ.ən//
Noun
juxtapositionSingular
juxtapositionsPlural
1
The act or an instance of placing two or more things side by side, especially for comparison or contrast.
The juxtaposition of the old and new buildings creates an interesting contrast.
2
The state of being placed close together or side by side.
The juxtaposition of the old and new buildings creates an interesting contrast.