coun·ter·pose
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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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“Counterpose.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/counterpose. Accessed 20 Oct. 2021.
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The first known use of counterpose was in 1594
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