CONTRASTING Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

contrasting 1 of 2

adjective

as in different

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verb

present participle of contrast

as in differing

to be unlike; to not be the same her depressed mood today contrasts sharply with her good spirits yesterday

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Recent Examples of contrasting

Adjective

At the terminator, the team was able to view the incredible contrasting shadows and textures of the lunar surface, revealing sharp details about the moon's topography. — Chelsea Gohd, Space.com, 8 Oct. 2026 Among them were vibrant cap-toe sock boots, including one streaked with the vivid combination of purple and yellow as part of a colorful contrasting-print ensemble. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026 To Liang, the contrasting cold iron with the softer and warmer silk also evoked complementary forms of spiritual strength. — Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 16 Sep. 2026 All four stars ably play the stoic and sorrowful notes required of them, without finding many secondary or contrasting ones in their dialogue. — Guy Lodge, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026 The big story Rising memory chip costs are having a contrasting effect on the fortunes of budget Chinese brands and mid-market and premium American and South Korean smartphone companies in India, the world's second-largest market by volume. — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 20 Aug. 2026 As a contrasting example, California shows how much policy design matters. — Jacob Lederman, Fortune, 17 Aug. 2026 The expensive-looking calf-hair is enough to make these a must-have, but the contrasting red trim and laces take it a step further, solidifying them as a true standout. — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026 The wheels also have a contrasting finish that echoes the theme. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 July 2026

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The richness of the finish are highlighted by a contrasting Inky Black or Scottish White roof and the Dark Exterior Pack, which includes matte-black grille, side plates, and roof rails. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026 The capsule’s visual identity draws on Op Art, using contrasting surfaces, three-dimensional textures and reflective elements to convey movement. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 Yet despite their contrasting presentations, there is little to distinguish their strategies at this early stage. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026 Accessories-wise, indulge your inner maximalist with some color-contrasting jewelry (or go simple with sleek silver). — Corinne Pierre-Louis, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026 Microsoft has announced two major changes to its Microsoft 365 Family and Premium plans, and both have drawn sharply contrasting reactions from subscribers. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026 The difference was clear when contrasting Braves leadoff hitter Drake Baldwin’s first and second at-bats against Skubal. — Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026 These are reminiscent of wide-leg trousers, with contrasting top stitching down the fronts of the legs, a thick cuff, and cool metal hardware along the waist. — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 2 Oct. 2026 The camera pans across images of Boston’s historic Fenway Park and a grim-looking Schumer, contrasting those shots with footage of Collins cheerfully hobnobbing with Maine voters. — Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 1 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for contrasting

Adjective

Disney — also profitable — has made three rounds of layoffs in 2026 across different parts of the business.

— Todd Spangler, Variety, 16 Oct. 2026
In reality, both objects orbit the star in the same direction, just at different, changing speeds.

— Phil Plait, Scientific American, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of different

Verb

A week later, the Catholic bishops responded to Uthmeier in their own letter, arguing that their differing interpretation of Catholic teachings is exactly what his office fights to protect in terms of constitutional rights and freedom of religion.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
But the challenge is that international anime co-productions face difficulties due to differing production styles, creative tastes and cultural norms between Western and Japanese animation teams.

— Kimberly Nordyke, HollywoodReporter, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of differing

Adjective

In our conspiratorial age, the idea that there are fine, obscure relationships between seemingly disparate things is a thought seductive on the surface but oftentimes shallow underneath.

— Stephanie Wambugu, Vulture, 12 Oct. 2026
But Hägglund and a small group of international scientists are pushing to make this happen — and organize what's been a niche and disparate area of research.

— Will Stone, NPR, 11 Oct. 2026

Definition of disparate

Adjective

Pair it with crisp white sheets for a contrasted look, opt for faded fall hues for a pop of color, or use navy sheets for a monochromatic style that adds a modern touch to any bedroom.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 29 Aug. 2026
The neckline and bodice also featured contrasted fabric to the more muted emerald tone of the midi dress.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025

Definition of contrasted

Adjective

Paul Anger, Richard Bush, Jorge Rojas, Alex Mena, John Devine — and the incomparable John Wolin, my true mentor along with Pope.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
And the number moved enough that the Census Bureau took the unusual step of declaring the old and new figures incomparable, creating a new time series from December 4, 2025, and filing the earlier data under historical.

— Ajay Pundhir, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026

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