"contrasting" as verb
1 - To set in opposition in order to show the difference or differences between.
2 - To form a contrast.
"contrasting" as adjective
1 - Set in opposition; markedly different.
contrasting
[ həˈloʊ ]
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Definition
Contrasting is a word that describes something that is different or opposite in some way. It can be used to describe two things that are very different from each other, or it can be used to describe a single thing that has many different aspects or elements.
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Synonyms
1 - opposite
2 - divergent
3 - disparate
4 - dissimilar
5 - contrasting
6 - varied
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Antonyms
1 - similar
2 - matching
3 - corresponding
4 - corresponding
5 - parallel
6 - parallel
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Examples in Context
1 - They used a sponge to streak the walls with a contrasting color.
1 - Usaron una esponja para aplicar un color contrastante en las paredes.
2 - The tailor expertly created a contrasting welt for the suit's cuffs.
2 - El sastre creó hábilmente un vivo contrastante para los puños del traje.
3 - Noble materials and contrasting colours create a glamorous atmosphere on board.
3 - Materiales nobles y colores contrastados hacen reinar a bordo un ambiente glamour.
4 - Knitted from contrasting cotton yarns to create a speckled melange effect.
4 - Tejido con hilos de algodón contrastados para un efecto jaspeado a puntitos.
5 - The contrasting personalities of the siblings create a natural foil in their interactions.
5 - Las personalidades opuestas de los hermanos crean un contraste natural en sus interacciones.
6 - The parallel narratives in the book highlight contrasting characters living similar lives.
6 - Las narrativas similares en el libro resaltan personajes contrastantes que viven vidas parecidas.
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