counterpose/ˈkaʊn.təˌpəʊz/EtymologyFrom French contraposer, equivalent to counter- + pose.nounA pose taken in opposition to another.“Utkatasana (Figure 4-e) acts as a counterpose to the previous postures because it eases the stretch in the legs.”verbTo act as a counterweight.To create a contrast.“Near-synonym: juxtapose”