contrast

verb B1

Meaning

To contrast means to show the differences between two or more things.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "contrast" with "compare," which looks at similarities.

Example Sentences

Can you contrast the two pictures to find differences ?
I like to contrast bright colors with dark ones in painting .
The bright colors contrast well with the dark background .
The colors do not contrast well in this picture .

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