Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /kənˈtræstəbəl/
KK: /kənˈtræstəbəl/
Definition
Able to be compared in order to show differences.
Example
The two paintings are contrastable, highlighting their unique styles.
Conversation

I was looking at those two paintings, and they are so contrastable in style.

That's true! One is very modern while the other is quite traditional.

Exactly! It makes me appreciate the differences even more.

Right? It's fascinating how contrastable art can be.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
comparable
dissimilar
distinct
Root Explanation
Contrastable → It is formed from "contra-" (meaning against) and "stare" (meaning to stand). The word describes something that can stand against or be compared to something else.
Memory Tip
Think of things that can 'stand against' each other — 'contra-' means against, and 'stare' means to stand.
Visually Confused Words
uncontrastable
constable
untastable
nonratable
intastable
untransitable
uncontestable
tastable