(v. i.) To stand in opposition; to exhibit difference,
unlikeness, or opposition of qualities.
(v. t.) To set in opposition, or over against, in order to
show the differences between, or the comparative excellences and
defects of; to compare by difference or contrariety of qualities; as,
to contrast the present with the past.
(v. t.) To give greater effect to, as to a figure or other
object, by putting it in some relation of opposition to another figure
or object.
(n.) The act of contrasting, or the state of being contrasted;
comparison by contrariety of qualities.
(n.) Opposition or dissimilitude of things or qualities;
unlikeness, esp. as shown by juxtaposition or comparison.
(n.) The opposition of varied forms, colors, etc., which by
such juxtaposition more vividly express each other's peculiarities.
