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Meaning of foreground
The primary meaning of the word "foreground" is the most prominent or noticeable part of something.
Etymology of foreground
The word "foreground" originated in the 17th century, from the combination of "fore" (meaning "before" or "in front of") and "ground" (meaning "base" or "foundation").
Historically, the term was used in art and literature to describe the part of a scene or picture that is closest to the viewer.
Synonyms
prominence
importance
priority
precedence
lead
forefront
front
vanguard
spotlight
highlight
focal point
center
centrepiece
main attraction
limelight
notice
attention
distinction
emphasis
stress
accent
prominence
salience
conspicuousness
visibility
perceptibility
recognizability
obviousness
manifestness
palpability
tangibility
Definitions
- The part of a scene or picture that is nearest to the viewer.
- * The most prominent or noticeable part of something.
- * In computing, the application or window that is currently being used or has focus.
Usage Examples
- The beautiful sunset was in the foreground of the painting, with the mountains in the background.
- * The new policy has brought the issue of climate change to the foreground of public debate.
- * The application running in the foreground is using up most of the computer's memory.
Antonyms
background
obscurity
inconspicuousness
unobtrusiveness
unnoticeability
neglect
disregard
indifference
oversight
ignorance
forgetfulness
obscurity
inconsequentiality
insignificance
unimportance
posteriority
rear
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