Contrast

Contrast is the comparison of two or more things that are different. It can be used to highlight similarities, differences, or both.

Here are some ways to use contrast in writing:

• Compare and contrast essays: These essays explicitly compare and contrast two or more subjects.
• Figurative language: Contrast is often used in figurative language, such as metaphors, similes, and oxymorons.
• Emphasis: Contrast can be used to emphasize a particular point or idea.
• Characterization: In literature, characters can be contrasted to highlight their differences and create a more dynamic story.

Example:

• Simile: “He is as strong as a lion.” (Compares the person’s strength to that of a lion.)
• Metaphor: “She is a shining star.” (Compares the person to a star.)
• Oxymoron: “Bitter sweet” (Combines two contradictory terms.)

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