1. showing or emphasizing the differences between two or more things by placing them side by side or in opposition
2. relating to or based on the comparison of different languages, dialects, or linguistic systems to identify differences
Usage: linguistics

Examples

• The artist used contrastive colors to make the painting more visually striking.
• A contrastive analysis of the two novels reveals their different approaches to character development.
• The teacher employed contrastive examples to help students understand the distinction between the two concepts.
• Contrastive linguistics examines how different languages handle grammar and vocabulary differently.
• The contrastive lighting in the photograph created a dramatic effect.
• By presenting contrastive viewpoints, the debate highlighted the key disagreements between the candidates.