Definition of Contrast
Contrast
con·trast


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A striking difference between two or more things.

e.g. The contrast between the old and new buildings was striking.

(noun)
the state of being very different from something else that is in close association;

e.g. In contrast to the rainy weather we have had the past two weeks, it is now sunny and pleasant!

(noun)
the degree of difference between the tones of color in an image or picture;

e.g. While editing the photo, I increased the contrast to make the picture look less dull.



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