contrast

Speech parts

1. contrast - Noun

2. contrast - Verb

Meaning

To stand in opposition; to exhibit difference, unlikeness, or opposition of qualities.

To set in opposition, or over against, in order to show the differences between, or the comparative excellences and defects of; to compare by difference or contrariety of qualities; as, to contrast the present with the past.

To give greater effect to, as to a figure or other object, by putting it in some relation of opposition to another figure or object.

The act of contrasting, or the state of being contrasted; comparison by contrariety of qualities.

Opposition or dissimilitude of things or qualities; unlikeness, esp. as shown by juxtaposition or comparison.

The opposition of varied forms, colors, etc., which by such juxtaposition more vividly express each other's peculiarities.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

counterpoint line difference opposition distinction comparison variance contradiction divergence disparity discrepancy demarcation antithesis dividing line epsilon
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Antonyms

federation confederation paragon alliance simile example
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Hypernyms

range separate compass beholding reach opposition

Hyponyms

rubicon conflict oppose foil counterbalance point of no return

Phrases with the word

contrast with in contrast hysterosalpingo contrast sonography by contrast standing in sharp contrast in sharp contrast

Derivatives

contrasted contrasting

Examples

there is a narrow line between sanity and insanity Source: Internet

in contrast to Source: Internet

by contrast Source: Internet

The middle school teacher contrasted her best student's work with that of her weakest student Source: Internet

the students contrast considerably in their artistic abilities Source: Internet

A Biden administration is expected to take a more restrained stance with regard to international trade, in contrast to the “bull in China shop” approach favored by Donald Trump. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

contraselection contrasexual contraspective contrast agent contrast agents contrast bath