COUNTERPOINT Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

counterpoint

noun

Definition of counterpoint

as in contrast

something or someone that is different from another especially in a pleasing way The warm color palette of the furniture is the perfect counterpoint to the cool walls. The acidity of the sauce works in counterpoint to the richness of the dish.

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Recent Examples of counterpoint The counterpoints to the pre-camp pieces are those made within the camp wires, both by adults and children. — Robert Sullivan, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026 Crisp, white linens and white curtains are a striking counterpoint, with texture arriving in unfinished, stone support beams. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 Despite not being produced by instruments as such, the sequences Stanton found playing in his ears were strangely musical; their arrangement, through its patterning, the dynamism of its counterpoint and dissonance, almost symphonic. — Literary Hub, 6 Oct. 2026 Silk twill introduced a shiny counterpoint in flowy frocks and separates, with their hues spanning from blush to charming mint green and emerald contributing to their glowing appeal. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for counterpoint

Recent Examples of Synonyms for counterpoint

Noun

On its face, however, this inspirational message seems in sharp contrast to economic reality.

— Masood Ahmed, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
By contrast, the Jaguars’ game on Sunday against the Houston Texans in Wembley Stadium is operated by the team, not the NFL.

— Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of contrast

Noun

For the first three years of his NFL career, Bijan Robinson relished the connection, camaraderie and complement of backfield partner Tyler Allgeier.

— Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 8 Oct. 2026
New Mexico offers a longer window to enjoy fall foliage and one signature event that provides a unique complement to the season takes place in Taos, about an hour north of Sante Fe.

— Jeanne Bonner, CNN Money, 7 Oct. 2026