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counterpose

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coun·ter·pose  (kountr-pz)
tr.v. coun·ter·posed, coun·ter·pos·ing, coun·ter·pos·es
To set in contrast, opposition, or balance.
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Verb1.counterpose - constitute a counterweight or counterbalance to
counterpoise, counterweight
counterbalance, oppose - contrast with equal weight or force
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