contrast
cont
ˈkɑnt
kaant
rast
ræst
rāst
British pronunciation
/ˈkɒnˌtrɑːst/

Définition et signification de « contrast » en anglais

Contrast
01

contraste

differences in color or in brightness and darkness that an artist uses in a painting or photograph to create a special effect
contrast definition and meaning
example
Exemples
The painting used a stark contrast between light and shadow to create a dramatic effect.
Le tableau utilisait un contraste marqué entre la lumière et l'ombre pour créer un effet dramatique.
The landscape painting captured the contrast between the lush green fields and the stormy sky.
La peinture de paysage a capturé le contraste entre les champs verts luxuriants et le ciel orageux.
02

contraste

the noticeable difference or opposition between two or more things that are compared
example
Exemples
The bright colors of the flowers stood in stark contrast to the dull, gray background.
Les couleurs vives des fleurs se détachaient en contraste marqué sur le fond terne et gris.
There was a noticeable contrast between his cheerful demeanor and her somber mood.
Il y avait un contraste notable entre son attitude joyeuse et son humeur sombre.
03

contraste

the difference in dark and light colors on a television screen
example
Exemples
Adjusting the contrast on the TV improved the picture quality.
Ajuster le contraste sur la télévision a amélioré la qualité de l'image.
The high contrast made the colors on the screen more vibrant.
Le contraste élevé a rendu les couleurs à l'écran plus vibrantes.
04

a conceptual distinction between ideas or categories

example
Exemples
The philosopher discussed the contrast between reality and illusion.
There is a contrast in theory and practice.
05

the action of distinguishing differences through comparison

example
Exemples
The teacher asked the students to make a contrast between the two poems.
Analysts performed a contrast of the old and new policies.
to contrast
01

comparer, exposer les différences entre

to compare two people or things so that their differences are noticeable
Transitive: to contrast two people or things
to contrast definition and meaning
example
Exemples
She is currently contrasting the different approaches to problem-solving.
Elle est en train de contraster les différentes approches de résolution de problèmes.
Can you please contrast the main characters in the novel?
Pouvez-vous s'il vous plaît contraster les personnages principaux du roman ?
02

contraster

to differ in a noticeable or obvious way
Intransitive: to contrast with sth
example
Exemples
The bright colors of the painting contrast sharply with the dark frame.
Les couleurs vives du tableau contrastent fortement avec le cadre sombre.
Her cheerful personality contrasts with his serious demeanor.
Sa personnalité joyeuse contraste avec son attitude sérieuse.
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