Juxtaposition, paradoxes, and oxymorons are all examples of literary devices used in different types of literature. They contribute to the indirect characterization of a character by inferring the emotions, physical traits, and attitude of the character. Helping the readers understand the development of the characters throughout the literary work. Romeo and Juliet is an interesting and eventful play written by William Shakespeare. It involves romance, betrayal, and a whirlwind of emotions, Juxtaposition is utilized by Shakespeare to emphasize the characterization. He uses paradoxes and oxymorons to indirectly reveal character traits of Romeo, Juliet, and Friar Laurence. Shakespeare uses oxymorons and juxtaposition to characterize him as a
