This is the 9599th most frequent Portuguese word.
contrasta
"Contrasta" means "contrasts" or "compares in a way that highlights differences."
Here, 'contrasta' is used to imply a difference or opposition between two things: rural landscapes and urban lifestyles.
A paisagem rural contrasta com a vida urbana.
The rural landscape contrasts with urban life.
In this sentence, 'contrasta' describes the deliberate action of placing colors to highlight their differences and achieve a purpose, which is artistic in this case.
Ela contrasta as cores no quadro para criar um efeito visual marcante.
She contrasts the colors in the painting to create a striking visual effect.
Here, 'contrasta' expresses the difference or peculiar juxtaposition between a person's calm behavior and the busyness around her.