Synonyms of contrasts

contrasts

verb

present tense third-person singular of contrast

as in differs

to be unlike; to not be the same

her depressed mood today contrasts sharply with her good spirits yesterday

Synonyms & Similar Words

• differs
• varies
• divides
• separates
• deviates
• fluctuates
• diverges

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• compares
• matches
• corresponds
• agrees
• conforms
• accords

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of contrasts

The cape is one of Irulan’s most sumptuous pieces, with an almost liquid surface that contrasts with more austere, monastic silhouettes. — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026

This contrasts with the background of Culver, who practiced law for 18 years before his election to his judgeship. — Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2026

That contrasts with Supergirl, which in June posted one of DC Studios’ worst opening weekends. — Andrew McGowan, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2026

His story contrasts sharply with Netanyahu’s elite Jerusalem upbringing in the circles of power. — Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026

The spot, airing on television around the state, contrasts Democratic nominee Scott Colom’s career as a prosecutor with Hyde-Smith’s political record, accusing her of being ineffective and self-enriching. — Michael Birnbaum, Washington Post, 20 Oct. 2026

The production designer brought a deep understanding of the contradictions of the early modern period to his work, as evidenced in the clear visual contrasts between the ornate (but not sooty! — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 19 Oct. 2026

Much of the film contrasts light and dark, yet the scene depicting Robert Ford’s murder takes place in a bar housed in a tent, surrounded by snow, its interior swathed in flat, even light. — Callum McLennan, Variety, 18 Oct. 2026

That contrasts with Ossoff and Bottoms holding joint rallies across Georgia, with the next scheduled for Saturday in Cobb County outside Atlanta. — Dan Raby, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026