contrast

[ˈkɒntræst]

contrast Definition

• 1. the state of being strikingly different from something else in juxtaposition or close association
• 2. the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of a picture, photograph, or television image

Using contrast: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "contrast" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The contrast between the two paintings was striking.

• Example

  The contrast between the light and dark areas of the photograph was too high.

• Example

  The contrast between her cheerful personality and his gloomy one was noticeable.

contrast Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for contrast

• difference
• disparity
• distinction
• opposition
• contradiction

Antonyms for contrast

• similarity
• likeness
• sameness

Phrases with contrast

• in contrast

  used to show how two or more things are different

  Example

  In contrast to her brother, she is very outgoing.

• by contrast

  used to show how two or more things are different, especially when the second thing is surprising after the first

  Example

  He is very shy; by contrast, his sister is very confident.

• contrast with

  to be very different from something else

  Example

  The modern architecture of the new building contrasts sharply with the traditional style of the old one.

Origins of contrast

from Latin 'contra' meaning 'against' and 'stare' meaning 'stand'

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Summary: contrast in Brief

The term 'contrast' [ˈkɒntræst] refers to the state of being strikingly different from something else, or the degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of an image. It can be used to describe differences between people, objects, or concepts, as in 'The contrast between her cheerful personality and his gloomy one was noticeable.' 'Contrast' is often used in phrases like 'in contrast' or 'by contrast' to highlight differences, and 'contrast with' to indicate a sharp difference.