kontrastreich
high-contrast, rich in contrasts
adjective kon-TRAST-rykh Rare
Usage Note
Kontrastreich describes an image, scene or design that contains strong oppositions of light and dark or complementary colours. A kontrastreiche Fotografie uses bold black-and-white or vivid colour contrasts for visual impact.
Examples
"Das kontrastreiche Schwarzweißfoto betonte die Falten im Gesicht."
Natural Translation
The high-contrast black-and-white photo emphasised the wrinkles in the face.
Literal Translation
The contrast-rich black-and-white photo emphasised the wrinkles in the face.
Related Words
- abgekämpft battle-worn, exhausted and haggard
- angelaufen tarnished, discoloured
- ansehnlich attractive, presentable, considerable
- anthrazitfarben anthracite-coloured, dark charcoal grey
- auffallend striking, conspicuous, eye-catching
- auffällig conspicuous, striking
- bereift frosted, covered with hoarfrost
- bestäubt dusted, covered with a fine powder
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