superposed
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: //ˌsuːpərˈpoʊzd//
KK: /sjuːpərˈpoʊzd/
adjective
Definition
Placed directly over something else, often in a way that allows both to be seen or understood together.
Example
The artist created a stunning effect by using superposed colors in the painting.
Conversation
Did you see that new building downtown?
Yeah, it's really impressive how it's superposed on the old structures.
I know, right? It's like a perfect blend of modern and historic.
Exactly! I love how they managed to keep the character of the area.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
overlaid
stacked
layered
Antonyms
separated
displaced
divided
verb
Definition
To place one thing on top of another so that they overlap.
Example
The artist superposed the images to create a unique effect.
Tense Forms
Past: superposed
Past Participle: superposed
Conversation
Did you see how the images were superposed in that presentation?
Yeah, it made the comparison so much clearer!
I think it's a great way to visualize data effectively.
Root Explanation
Superposed → It is formed from "super-" (meaning above or over) and "ponere" (meaning to place). The word "superposed" means placed over or above something else.
Memory Tip
Think of something being 'placed above' ('super-') another object ('ponere') — that's what superposed means.
Visually Confused Words
supposed
suppose
unsupposed
unpurposed
unproposed
supposedly
subterpose