Simple meaning
What does Contrast mean?
Contrast means a clear difference or comparing differences.
Dictionary definition
A clear difference between things, or to compare them by focusing on differences.
Example sentences
Contrast in a sentence
easy
Contrast the two characters in your response.
medium
The bright sky contrasted with dark clouds.
hard
Writers use contrast to highlight important ideas.
Synonyms
Words like Contrast
differenceUse for ways things are not the same.
distinctionUse for clear separation in qualities.
Antonyms
Opposite words
similarityUse when things are alike instead of contrasting.
matchUse when features align, not contrast.
Word family
Contrast word family
Base word
contrast
adjective
contrasting
Showing strong differences.
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Practice 1
What does contrast mean?
Contrast helps readers notice meaningful differences.
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