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Meaning of contrast



Definitions of contrast

1. [n] - the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared

2. [n] - the perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different colors

3. [n] - (photography) the range of optical density and tone on a photographic negative or print (or the extent to which adjacent areas on a television screen differ in brightness)

4. [n] - the act of distinguishing by comparing differences

5. [v] - to show differences when compared

6. [v] - put in opposition to show or emphasize differences

 

Quotes - Example use of the word contrast

1. in contrast to, by contrast

2. The middle school teacher contrasted her best student's work with that of her weakest student

3. be different

4. the students contrast considerably in their artistic abilities





contrast Synonyms

counterpoint

direct contrast

 

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