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

Word History and Origins

Origin of contrasty¹

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

Example Sentences

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

From Project Gutenberg

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

From Project Gutenberg