What is a contrast relation?

Definition
	A contrast relation is an interpropositional relation which expresses that a difference between one proposition and another is relevant.

Examples (English)

Some uses of the following words signify a contrast relation:

Kind
	Here is a kind of contrast relation:
	What is an antithesis relation?

Generic
	A contrast relation is a kind of
	What is an interpropositional relation?

Concept module: contrast relation
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