Contraste (en. Contrast)

/kɔ̃.tʁɑst/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Marked difference between two things.

The contrast between his ideas and those of his opponent is striking.

Le contraste entre ses idées et celles de son adversaire est frappant.

Effect produced by opposing elements in a work of art or design.

The contrast of colors in this painting is very successful.

Le contraste de couleurs dans ce tableau est très réussi.

Disparity that highlights a characteristic.

The contrast between light and shadow adds drama to the scene.

Le contraste entre la lumière et l'ombre ajoute du dramatique à la scène.

From Latin 'contrastare', composed of 'contra' (against) and 'stare' (to stand).

to highlight the contrast

To highlight the differences between two things.

faire ressortir le contraste

marked contrast

A very apparent or visible contrast.

contraste marqué

to create a contrast

To produce an opposition between two elements.

créer un contraste

opposition

Action or state of opposing something.

opposition

divergence

Gap, separation in opinions or ideas.

divergence

harmony

State of agreement and cohesion between elements.

harmonie

A striking contrast

This outfit shows a striking contrast between vintage and modern.

Cette tenue montre un contraste saisissant entre le vintage et le moderne.

Exaggerated contrast

The artist used an exaggerated contrast to attract attention.

L'artiste a utilisé un contraste exagéré pour attirer l'attention.