in contrast — used to show how two things are different from each other
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: used to show how two things are different from each other
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ˈkɑːntræst/
Example Sentences
- Sarah is extremely organized. In contrast, her roommate's side of the room looks like a tornado hit it.
- The morning was sunny and warm. In contrast, the evening brought heavy rain and cold winds.
- My cat is lazy and sleeps 20 hours a day. In contrast, my dog never stops running around the house.
in contrast
ADVERB[/ɪn ˈkɑːntræst/]
used to show how two things are different from each other
used to show how two things are different from each other
Sunny forecast in contrast to the outcast!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'contra' meaning 'against' and 'stare' meaning 'to stand'. The phrase literally describes standing against or opposing something to highlight differences.
Breakdown
in (preposition, from Latin) + contrast (from Latin contra- (against) + stare (to stand) = contrast as a noun meaning opposition or difference)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Sarah is extremely organized. In contrast, her roommate's side of the room looks like a tornado hit it.”
“The morning was sunny and warm. In contrast, the evening brought heavy rain and cold winds.”
“My cat is lazy and sleeps 20 hours a day. In contrast, my dog never stops running around the house.”
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