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Noun
S:
(n)
counterpoint
(a musical form involving the simultaneous sound of two or more melodies)
Verb
S:
(v)
contrast
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counterpoint
(to show differences when compared; be different)
"the students contrast considerably in their artistic abilities"
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counterpoint
(write in counterpoint)
"Bach perfected the art of counterpointing"