CONTRASTING
11 letters · 3 syllables · verb, adjective
Definition of CONTRASTING
To set in opposition in order to show the difference or differences between.
To form a contrast.
"Foreground and background strongly contrast."
Set in opposition; markedly different.
"George W. Bush and John Kerry had contrasting debating styles."
Examples of CONTRASTING in a Sentence
- "Foreground and background strongly contrast."
- "George W. Bush and John Kerry had contrasting debating styles."
Word Details
Is CONTRASTING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CONTRASTING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CONTRASTING uses 11 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CONTRASTING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | o | n | t | r | a | s | t | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 14 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 18 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CONTRASTING
100 words from the letters in CONTRASTING
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How to Use CONTRASTING in Word Games
CONTRASTING is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 18 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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