SINCE 1828
counterpose
verb
coun·ter·pose
| \ ˌkau̇n-tər-ˈpōz
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counterposed;
counterposing;
counterposes
Definition of counterpose
: to place in opposition, contrast, or equilibrium
counterpose a positive view to the negative assessment
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