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contrastive
[/kənˈtræstɪv/]
adjective
contrastivo
1.
serving to highlight differences by being strikingly different from something else
The contrastive colors of the painting made it visually striking.
As cores contrastivas da pintura a tornaram visualmente impressionante.
2.
relating to a method of linguistic or cultural analysis that compares two or more systems or elements
Contrastive analysis helps linguists understand differences between languages.
A análise contrastiva ajuda os linguistas a compreender as diferenças entre idiomas.
3.
showing or emphasizing contrast
The designer used contrastive stitching to highlight the seams.
O designer usou costura contrastiva para destacar as costuras.
Synonyms
contrasting
comparative
differential
distinguishing
Antonyms
similar
uniform
matching
harmonious
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
contrastivo
standard term used in linguistics and design contexts
Portugal
contrastivo
same usage as Brazilian Portuguese, formal academic and technical contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
contrastive linguistics
contrastive analysis
contrastive stress
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