contrast

[US]/ˈkɒntrɑːst/
[UK]/ˈkɑːntræst/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n. difference in comparison or evaluation; the act of comparing or evaluating two or more things in order to show differences
vt. & vi. to compare or evaluate two or more things in order to show differences

Phrases & Collocations

noticeable contrast

sharp contrast

draw a contrast

subtle contrast

in contrast

by contrast

contrast with

in contrast with

contrast enhancement

contrast agent

high contrast

by contrast with

image contrast

color contrast

phase contrast

contrast medium

striking contrast

contrast ratio

contrast sensitivity

contrast color

phase contrast microscope

visual contrast

contrast gradient

Example Sentences

In contrast to yesterday's weather, today is sunny and warm.

The contrast between the two paintings is striking.

She enjoys the contrast between city life and country living.

The movie highlights the contrast between good and evil.

His black suit created a sharp contrast against the white background.

The contrast in their personalities makes them a perfect pair.

The artist used light and dark colors to create a dramatic contrast in the painting.

In contrast to her shy demeanor, she is actually quite outgoing with her friends.

The contrast between the old building and the modern skyscraper is striking.

The characters in the novel are in stark contrast to each other.

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