contrastingly
|con-trast-ing-ly|
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/kənˈtræstɪŋli/
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/kənˈtrɑːstɪŋli/
(contrast)
markedly different
Etymology
Etymology Information
'contrast' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'contrastare,' where 'contra-' meant 'against' and 'stare' meant 'to stand.'
Historical Evolution
'contrastare' transformed into the French word 'contraster,' and eventually became the modern English word 'contrast' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stand against,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to show differences.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that shows a difference or contrast.
The two paintings were placed side by side, contrastingly highlighting their differences.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45