Synonyms of contrasting

contrasting 1 of 2

adjective

as in different

Related Words

• different
• disparate
• contrasted
• incomparable
• dissimilar
• unmatched
• mock
• unlike
• phony
• sham
• fake
• unalike
• unnatural
• unrealistic
• off
• nonrealistic
• nonnatural

Dissimilar Words

• natural
• similar
• realistic
• naturalistic
• near
• living
• three-dimensional
• matching
• like
• lifelike
• comparable
• analogous
• alike
• photo-realistic
• approximate
• akin
• verisimilar
• resembling

contrasting

2 of 2

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• differing
• varying
• dividing
• fluctuating
• diverging
• separating
• deviating

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• comparing
• matching
• according
• corresponding
• agreeing
• conforming

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of contrasting

Adjective

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

Warm, contrasting tones–think coppers, bronze, terracotta, and rich chocolate brown–tend to have the most transformative effect. — Chloe Burcham, Vogue, 24 July 2026

Our starkly contrasting opinions made the reading experience that much more engaging. — Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 22 July 2026

Verb

And, not surprisingly, there are some lovely weaving metaphors throughout, not the least of which is how a mix of contrasting colors and imperfections yields the most compelling cloth. — Kat Chen, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026

Such questions and contrasting ideas about her body, identity, and trajectory percolate across the record. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 18 Sep. 2026

In positioning New York as not just the center of our reality but others as well, Control Resonant continues a proud tradition of using the city as a monument to human pride contrasting against an inhuman menace. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026

The shoes are made in a smooth ecru leather with a contrasting black cap toe, keeping the royal current with the ongoing two-tone shoe trend for fall. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026

Plus, introducing pops of contrasting color throughout the space makes everything feel more cohesive and less random. — Ella Field, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2026

It’s designed to be lightweight and breezy and has polished contrasting stripes that would pair perfectly with track pants. — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 16 Sep. 2026

United could barely get a sniff of the ball and many stereotypes about the two managers’ contrasting styles of play ended up bearing out. — Sam Lee, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Eisen took a contrasting view, saying Trump is tying a specific payout to a specific voting action. — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026