counterpose

counterpose
coun·ter·pose

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  • counterpose — transitive verb Etymology: counter + pose (as in compose) Date: 1594 to place in opposition, contrast, or equilibrium < counterpose a positive view to the negative assessment > …   New Collegiate Dictionary

  • counterpose — /kown teuhr pohz /, v.t., counterposed, counterposing. to offer or place in opposition, response, or contrast. [1585 95; COUNTER + (PRO)POSE] * * * …   Universalium

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