1. having strong contrasts between light and dark areas or between different elements
Usage: photography; visual arts

Examples

• The photographer preferred contrasty black and white images.
• The contrasty lighting made the subject’s features appear more dramatic.
• This film stock produces very contrasty results.
• The artist created a contrasty composition using bold colors.
• The contrasty shadows added depth to the portrait.
• Digital editing can make photos more or less contrasty.