counterpose

verb

coun·​ter·​pose ˌkau̇n-tər-ˈpōz 

counterposed; counterposing; counterposes

transitive verb

: to place in opposition, contrast, or equilibrium

counterpose a positive view to the negative assessment

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web

Russia’s invasion has forced Cypriot leaders to counterpose political support for the E.U. and Ukraine and the island’s economic dependency on Russian money. —Mary Ilyushina, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2022

Word History

Etymology

counter- + -pose (as in compose)

First Known Use

1594, in the meaning defined above