stark
Произношение: [stɑrk]
Контекст: «contrast»
(adjective) used to describe a very clear difference between two things. When we say something is stark, it means the difference is really strong and easy to see.
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There was a stark difference between the summer and winter landscapes.
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The colors in the painting were not stark; they blended together nicely.
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Can you see the stark contrast between the two paintings?
Контекст: «appearance»
(adjective) when something looks plain or very simple, usually with no extra decorations. A stark design means it is very straightforward without any fluff.
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The room was decorated in a stark style, making it feel modern and clean.
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The garden was not stark; it was filled with colorful flowers and decorations.
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Do you like the stark appearance of the new building?
Контекст: «emotion»
(adjective) when something feels very strong or extreme. We use stark to describe feelings that are very intense, like fear or sadness.
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She felt a stark sense of joy when she saw her best friend after many years.
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He did not experience a stark sadness; he felt just a little disappointed.
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Have you ever experienced a stark feeling that surprised you?
Контекст: «contrast»
(adverb) this means 'in a very clear way.' We use starkly to show that something is obvious or sharp in its differences.
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The two animals starkly differed in their behaviors.
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The two friends did not starkly disagree; their opinions were pretty similar.
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How did the two stories starkly differ from each other?