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Contrast

/kˈɑntræst/
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(noun) A difference in lightness, brightness or hue between two colours that makes them more or less distinguishable.

The contrast between the sky and the mountain is striking.
As far as Bob is concerned, anything goes. By contrast, Jane is very cautious.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The ____ between the sky and the mountain is striking.

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