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contrasting — showing a noticeable or striking difference when compared with something else

Part of speech: ADJECTIVE

Definition: showing a noticeable or striking difference when compared with something else

Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈtræstɪŋ/

Example Sentences

  • My cat and dog have contrasting personalities—one loves hugs, the other hates everyone.
  • The teacher asked us to compare contrasting opinions about the novel.
  • Her bright red dress created a contrasting look against the gray office walls.

contrasting

ADJECTIVE

[/kənˈtræstɪŋ/]

showing a noticeable or striking difference when compared with something else

The twins have contrasting styles — one loves bright colors, the other only wears black.
💡 Concept

The twins have contrasting styles — one loves bright colors, the other only wears black.

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🎤Pronunciation

🇺🇸 US/kənˈtræstɪŋ/
🇬🇧 UK/kənˈtrɑːstɪŋ/

🌳Etymology

Prefixcontra--
Rootst(are)
Suffix--ing

🎵Rhyme

blasting
lasting
casting

🔗Collocations

contrasting colors
contrasting views
contrasting opinions
contrasting styles
sharply contrasting
contrasting effects

📝Examples

😄 Fun example

“My cat and dog have contrasting personalities—one loves hugs, the other hates everyone.”

“The teacher asked us to compare contrasting opinions about the novel.”

“Her bright red dress created a contrasting look against the gray office walls.”

😄 Fun example

“Despite their contrasting tastes in music—one loves heavy metal, one loves lullabies—they became best friends.”

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