Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in sharp contrast
idiom
ɪn ʃɑrp ˈkɒntræst

Definition
a phrase used to emphasize a significant difference between two things.

Examples
- The serene landscape was in sharp contrast to the bustling city life.
- Her calm demeanor was in sharp contrast to his frantic behavior.
- The bright colors of the flowers were in sharp contrast to the dullness of the sky.

Meaning
This expression highlights how two subjects differ from one another, often in a striking or noticeable way.

Synonyms
- in stark contrast
- in vivid contrast
- in clear opposition