Contrast - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈkɑːntræst|  American pronunciation of the word contrast
Brit.  |ˈkɒntrɑːst|  British pronunciation of the word contrast

noun

- the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared
in contrast to
by contrast
- the act of distinguishing by comparing differences
- a conceptual separation or distinction (syn: demarcation, line)
- the perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different colors
- the range of optical density and tone on a photographic negative or print (or the extent to which adjacent areas on a television screen differ in brightness)

verb

- put in opposition to show or emphasize differences
The middle school teacher contrasted her best student's work with that of her weakest student
- to show differences when compared; be different (syn: counterpoint)
the students contrast considerably in their artistic abilities

Extra examples

Her black dress and the white background contrast sharply.

We compared and contrasted the two characters of the story.

I observed an interesting contrast in the teaching styles of the two women.

Careful contrast of the twins shows some differences.

In contrast to last year's profits, the company is not doing very well.

The queen's wit and humor made the prince seem dull by contrast.

They spent millions of dollars on advertising. By way of contrast, our small company spent under 5,000 dollars.

In contrast to their neighbours, they live modestly.

Contrast that approach with what goes on in most organizations.

I am contrasting her with other women.

These two colours contrast very well.

The yellow curtains contrast with the blue bedcover.

Their deeds contrast with their promises.

While there are similarities in the two cultures, there are also great contrasts.

The marble is smooth and polished, making a strong contrast with the worn stonework around it.

Word forms

verb
I/you/we/they: contrast
he/she/it: contrasts
present participle: contrasting
past tense: contrasted
past participle: contrasted
noun
singular: contrast
plural: contrasts
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