Foreground — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈfȯr-ˌgrau̇nd/ fore·ground

Meaning & Definition of Foreground

Foreground (noun)

  1. the part of a scene or representation that is nearest to and in front of the spectator
  2. a position of prominence, forefront
  3. a level of computer processing at which the processor responds immediately to input to a designated high-priority task

Foreground (verb)

  1. to bring to the foreground; especially, to give prominence or emphasis to

Foreground (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to indicate the importance of by centering attention on

    "repeatedly foregrounded his experience in international affairs in the course of his campaign for the presidency"

    similar: accent, accentuate, emphasize, feature, highlight, illuminate, play up, point (up), press, punctuate, stress, bear down on, make much of
    related: focus, identify, pinpoint, spotlight, advertise, boost, plug, promote, publicize, overplay
    opposite: de-emphasize, play down
    near: tone (down), underemphasize, understate, belittle, discount, disparage, minimize

Foreground (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in focal point

    similar: center, focal point, focus, heart
    opposite: backdrop, background, ground, mise-en-scène, scene, scenery, set, stage, entourage, environment, milieu, setting, surroundings

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Foreground

The most common words with a similar meaning to Foreground:

accent, accentuate, emphasize, feature, highlight, illuminate, play up, point (up), press, punctuate, stress, bear down on, make much of, center, focal point, focus, heart

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Foreground

Words with the opposite meaning of Foreground:

de-emphasize, play down, backdrop, background, ground, mise-en-scène, scene, scenery, set, stage, entourage, environment, milieu, setting, surroundings

Related Words for Foreground

identify, pinpoint, spotlight, advertise, boost, plug, promote, publicize, overplay

Near Antonyms of Foreground

tone (down), underemphasize, understate, belittle, discount, disparage, minimize

Word Forms of Foreground

Inflections: foregrounded, foregrounding, foregrounds

Origin & Etymology of Foreground

First known use: 1695

Frequently Asked Questions about Foreground

What does "Foreground" mean?

"Foreground" means the part of a scene or representation that is nearest to and in front of the spectator. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: the part of a scene or representation that is nearest to and in front of the spectator. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Foreground"?

Other words for "Foreground" include accent, accentuate, emphasize, feature, highlight, illuminate, play up and point (up). The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Foreground" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Foreground"?

There are 26 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Foreground". Common alternatives include accent, accentuate, emphasize, feature, highlight, illuminate, play up, point (up), press and punctuate.

What is the opposite of "Foreground"?

Antonyms of "Foreground" include de-emphasize, play down, backdrop, background, ground, mise-en-scène, scene and scenery. Near antonyms include tone (down), underemphasize, understate and belittle.

How do you use "Foreground" in a sentence?

Examples of "Foreground" in a sentence: "repeatedly foregrounded his experience in international affairs in the course of his campaign for the presidency".

Is "Foreground" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Foreground" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Foreground"?

"Foreground" is pronounced /ˈfȯr-ˌgrau̇nd/ and divided into syllables as fore·ground.

What is the origin of the word "Foreground"?

First known use: 1695.