foreground
Translation
foreground, prominent position
Examples
The tree in the foreground is very detailed.
The tree in the foreground is very detailed.
This issue is now in the foreground of public debate.
This issue is now in the foreground of public debate.
Grammar Patterns
((in the foreground)) the part of a view that is nearest to the observer The artist painted the flowers in the foreground.
Similar Words
Synonyms: forefront; Antonyms: background, backdrop
Etymology
From 'fore-' (front) and 'ground'. Literally the 'ground' that is in 'front'.
Memory Tips
Picture a photo: the part 'fore' (in front of) the 'ground' is the foreground.