counterpose

verb

coun·ter·pose | \ ˌkau̇n-tər-ˈpōz

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counterposed; counterposing; counterposes

Definition of counterpose

transitive verb

: to place in opposition, contrast, or equilibrium counterpose a positive view to the negative assessment

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