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contrast

UK
/ˈkɒntrɑːst/
US
/ˈkɑːntræst/
contrastnoun
contrasts
pl
UK
/ˈkɒntrɑːst/
US
/ˈkɑːntræst/
Translations
The contrast between the dark clouds and the bright sun was stunning.
Le contraste entre les nuages sombres et le soleil éclatant était saisissant.
Additional translations
produit de contrasteMédecine, imagerie médicale.
Definitions
The state of being strikingly different from something else in juxtaposition or close association.
The contrast between the dark clouds and the bright sun was stunning.
A person or thing that is strikingly different from another.
Her cheerful personality was a contrast to his gloomy demeanor.
The degree of difference between the lightest and darkest parts of a picture, television screen, etc.
Adjusting the contrast on the TV made the image clearer.
A substance used in medical imaging to enhance the visibility of internal structures.
The patient was given contrast before the CT scan.
Synonyms
discrepancy
disparity
opposition
divergence
variation
distinction
difference
contrastverb
contrasted
Past Simple
contrasted
Past Participle
contrasting
Gerund
UK
/ˈkɒntrɑːst/
US
/ˈkɑːntræst/
Translations
The bright curtains contrast with the dark walls.
Les rideaux clairs contrastent avec les murs sombres.
Definitions
To compare in such a way as to emphasize differences.
The teacher asked the students to contrast the two historical events in their essays.
To differ noticeably; to stand in opposition or show striking differences.
The bright curtains contrast with the dark walls.
Synonyms
compare
differ
distinguish
set off
juxtapose
contrastadjective
UK
/ˈkɒntrɑːst/
US
/ˈkɑːntræst/
Used chiefly attributively before a noun, especially in design, fashion, or imaging contexts, to denote elements that differ sharply from their surroundings.
Translations
contrastéSe dit d’éléments qui présentent un contraste visuel marqué.
The jacket features contrast sleeves that make the design stand out.
La veste présente des manches contrastées qui font ressortir le design.
Additional translations
de contrasteEmploi technique ou médical.
Definitions
(attributive) Providing or relating to visual distinction or enhancement resulting from differences in light, colour, or composition.
Contrast dye improves the clarity of MRI images.
Having parts or details that are sharply different in color, texture, or tone; distinctive by contrast.
The jacket features contrast sleeves that make the design stand out.
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