contrast
//ˈkɒntræst//
Noun
contrastSingular
contrastsPlural
1
A striking difference between two or more things that are compared or placed together.
The contrast between the rich and the poor is striking in this city.
2
The degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of a picture or image.
You can adjust the contrast on your TV to make the picture clearer.
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Verb
contrastInfinitive
contrastPresent tense
contrastedPast tense
contrastedPast participle
contrastingPresent participle
contrastsThird-person singular
1
To compare two or more things in order to show the differences between them.
The teacher contrasted the two poems to highlight their different themes.
2
To differ strikingly when compared with something else.
Her calm demeanor contrasted sharply with his nervous energy.