Origin: Latin prefix contra-
Contrasting has 3 different meanings across 1 category:
present participle of contrast
"The artist mixed contrasting colors to make the sunset appear even more vibrant against the dark sky."
strikingly different; tending to contrast
"contrasting (or contrastive) colors"
Set in opposition; markedly different.
"The artist created a striking image by placing bright red flowers against a deep black background, making the colors contrasting and immediately drawing the viewer's eye."