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contrasty

[ kuhn-tras-tee, kon-tras- ]

adjective

, Photography.
  1. (of a subject, photograph, or film stock) having or producing a preponderance of dark and light tones with few intermediate shades.


contrasty

/ kənˈtrɑːstɪ /

adjective

  1. (of a photograph or subject) having sharp gradations in tone, esp between light and dark areas
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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Word History and Origins

Origin of contrasty1

First recorded in 1890–95; contrast + -y 1
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Example Sentences

A contrasty print is sometimes recommended as the best to offer; but that is a mistake.

Immediately after taking off the bag, paste a black paper stencil or a very contrasty negative to the apple with white of egg.

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