contrast
Pronunciation:
/ˈkɒntɹɑːst//ˈkɑnt(ʃ)ɹæst/noun
Definitions
A difference in lightness, brightness and/or hue between two colours that makes them more or less distinguishable.
A difference between two objects, people or concepts.
Example: Israel is a country of many contrasts.
Antithesis.
verb
Definitions
To set in opposition in order to show the difference or differences between.
To form a contrast.
Example: Foreground and background strongly contrast.