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(fore-ground) 2 syllables

Definition

noun. the part of a scene that is nearest to the viewer.

Example Sentence

This painting shows a tree in the foreground and rocks in the background.

More Example Sentences

The artist painted the foreground with bright colors.

Synonyms

front; forefront; leading edge

Antonyms

background; rear; distance

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Rhymes

  • foreground
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