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Contrast

noun

1.

The opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared. Synonym: direct contrast. "By contrast"

2.

The act of distinguishing by comparing differences.

3.

A conceptual separation or distinction. Synonyms: demarcation, dividing line, line.

4.

The perceptual effect of the juxtaposition of very different colors.

5.

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).

verb

(past & past part. contrasted; pres. part. contrasting)

1.

Put in opposition to show or emphasize differences.

2.

To show differences when compared; be different. Synonym: counterpoint.

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