contrast

Meaning

to compare in order to show differences; to be strikingly different

the state of being strikingly different from something else; comparison showing differences

A difference between two or more things; to compare two things to show how they are different.

Example Sentences

His behavior contrasts sharply with his words.

The contrast between city life and rural life is quite remarkable.

The bright colors contrast sharply with the dark background.

Example Expressions

in contrast

Synonyms

compare, differ, oppose, distinguish, difference, distinction, comparison, opposition, divergence

Entry 1

compare, differ, oppose, distinguish

Entry 2

difference, distinction, comparison, opposition

Entry 3

difference, distinction, divergence, comparison

Antonyms

match, agree, harmonize, correspond, similarity, likeness, resemblance, agreement

Entry 1

match, agree, harmonize, correspond

Entry 2

similarity, likeness, resemblance, agreement

Entry 3

similarity, resemblance

Collocations

contrast with, contrast sharply, contrast starkly, stark contrast, sharp contrast, striking contrast, in contrast to, strong contrast, in contrast, contrast between

Entry 1

contrast with, contrast sharply, contrast starkly, stark contrast, sharp contrast

Entry 2

sharp contrast, striking contrast, in contrast to

Entry 3

sharp contrast, strong contrast, in contrast, contrast between