English Explanatory Dictionary

counterpose

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To act as a counterweight.
  2. To create a contrast.
noun
  1. A pose taken in opposition to another.

Pronunciation

/ˌkaʊn.təˈpəʊz/ /ˌkaʊn.tɚˈpoʊz/ /ˈkaʊn.təˌpəʊz/ /ˈkaʊn.tɚˌpoʊz/

Word forms

counterpose counterposes counterposing counterposed

Etymology

From French contraposer, equivalent to counter- + pose.

Synonyms

counterbalance contrapose juxtapose
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