contrast

noun
UK: /ˈkɒntrɑːst/
US: /ˈkɑːntræst/

  1. A noticeable difference between things.

    1. The contrast between black and white is very sharp.
    2. There's a stark contrast in their personalities the sister is very shy and another is loud.

Synonyms

difference comparison disparity differentiate compare vary
contrast verb

  1. To compare things to show the differences between them.

    1. I tried to contrast my old car with the new model.
    2. The article contrasts the health benefits of tea and coffee, highlighting their antioxidants.

  2. To be obviously different from something else.

    1. Her happiness contrasted sharply with his gloom.
    2. The dark jacket contrasted nicely with her bright skirt, making the outfit stand out.
contrast adjective

  1. Used to describe something that is very different from something else.

    1. This is a contrast effect.
    2. The contrast colors in the painting created a striking visual impact in the room.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "contrast" is /ˈkɒntrɑːst/ in British English and /ˈkɑːntræst/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "contrast": difference, comparison, disparity, differentiate, compare, vary.

Example usage of "contrast": "The contrast between black and white is very sharp.". More examples on the page.