Contrast:

Noun:

1. The state of being strikingly different from something else, typically something in juxtaposition or close association.
2. A significant difference or distinction between two things.

Verb:

1. To compare in order to show differences.
2. To exhibit differences when compared.

Prepositions:

• “With” (contrast with something/someone)
• “To” (contrast to something/someone)

Collocations:

• In contrast, by contrast, contrast with, contrast between.

Example Sentences:

1. The contrast between the two paintings is striking.
2. In contrast to yesterday’s sunny weather, today is rainy.
3. She wore a black dress in contrast to her sister’s white gown.
4. The contrast in their personalities is evident in their approach to problems.
5. By contrast, his brother prefers to stay indoors and read.
6. The movie highlights the contrast between city life and rural life.
7. The artist used light and shadow to create contrast in the painting.
8. His calm demeanor is a stark contrast to her fiery personality.
9. The contrast between the two theories became clear during the debate.
10. The room was painted in bright colors to create contrast with the furniture.
11. In contrast to what he said earlier, he decided to stay home.
12. The contrast in their ages is more than ten years.
13. The contrast between the old building and the new skyscraper is striking.
14. By contrast, her sister prefers to live a quiet life in the countryside.
15. The company’s profits this year stand in stark contrast to last year’s losses.
16. The colors in the painting create a beautiful contrast.
17. The contrast between their leadership styles is evident in their decision-making.
18. The film explores the contrast between fantasy and reality.
19. His behavior is in sharp contrast to his promises.
20. The teacher used a Venn diagram to show the contrast between two literary works.
21. The contrast between the characters adds depth to the novel.
22. In contrast to the busy city streets, the park was quiet and serene.
23. The contrast in their educational backgrounds shaped their perspectives.
24. The contrast between the two photographs reveals changes over time.
25. Her outfit stood out in contrast to the casual attire of the other guests.
26. The report highlights the contrast between urban and rural poverty.
27. The political parties offer a stark contrast in their policy proposals.
28. The artist chose to paint in black and white to emphasize contrast.
29. By contrast, his brother prefers a more structured approach to work.
30. The contrast between light and dark creates drama in the painting.
31. The essay explores the contrast between tradition and innovation.
32. In contrast to traditional teaching methods, they emphasize hands-on learning.
33. The contrast in their attitudes toward risk-taking is evident in their investments.
34. The contrast between their ages doesn’t affect their friendship.
35. The writer used irony to highlight the contrast between appearance and reality.
36. The contrast between the cultures became apparent during their travels.
37. By contrast, her sister prefers to work behind the scenes.
38. The company’s policies are in sharp contrast to its competitors’.
39. The contrast in their personalities makes them a dynamic duo.
40. In contrast to what they expected, the event was a success.
41. The contrast between theory and practice is often challenging in academia.
42. The play explores the contrast between love and duty.
43. The contrast between the seasons is evident in the changing landscapes.
44. By contrast, her brother enjoys taking risks in his career.
45. The contrast between their leadership styles is evident in their team’s performance.
46. The essay compares and contrasts the two political ideologies.
47. The contrast in their incomes affected their lifestyles.
48. In contrast to his calm demeanor, she was visibly upset.
49. The contrast between her academic achievements and social life is striking.
50. The article highlights the contrast between public perception and scientific evidence.