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counterposition

counterposition

8.9
The act of placing one thing directly opposite another
  • noun
: contraposición
  • The counterposition of the mirrors allowed the light to reflect perfectly across the room.

Examples

  • Careful counterposition of the speakers improved the sound quality in the auditorium.

  • The counterposition of the two chairs created a unique space.

  • In chess, the counterposition of the pieces can create interesting strategic challenges.

  • In architecture, a counterposition can enhance the aesthetic appeal.

  • The counterposition of the mirrors allowed the light to reflect perfectly across the room.

  • Careful counterposition of the speakers improved the sound quality in the auditorium.

  • The counterposition of the two chairs created a unique space.

Synonyms

contraposition
vscounterposition
  • Specialized
1 8.8

To form a new if-then statement by switching the two parts and saying each is not true

focuses on physical placement directly opposite rather than logical reversal
oppositeness
vscounterposition
7.5

A state where two things are completely different, like day and night

emphasizes the act or state of placing one directly opposite the other

How Opposite

opposition
320 3.4
counterposition
8.9
opposite
47 1.0
arrangement
188 2.7
placement
87 3.5

Surface Forms

counterposition singular
counterpositions plural

Morphology

counterposition = position (transparent) = counter + position

The physical meaning 'placing opposite' is a direct composition of 'counter-' (opposite) and 'position' (placement), which is readily inferable.

Etymology

The word counterposition comes from counter- 'opposite' and position 'place', so it can mean putting something directly opposite another. That's why a counterposition describes the act of placing mirrors, speakers, or chess pieces so they face each other for the best effect.