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background

[bak-ground] / ˈbækˌgraʊnd /
NOUN
experience or circumstances
Synonyms
STRONGEST
backdrop culture education environment history practice qualification tradition training upbringing
STRONG
accomplishments acquirement actions atmosphere attainment aura breeding capacity credentials cultivation deeds framework grounding preparation rearing seasoning
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ignorance
WEAK
foreground

Example Sentences

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Ortega: I just have a very similar background.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Developers say token usage adds up extremely quickly, especially when using AI agents to run multiple tasks in the background.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Some investors are worried that someone with a background in theme parks and cruise lines might struggle to lead the businesses media segment into the future.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

Though they are not crimes, NCHIs stay on police records and can be disclosed during enhanced background checks when applying for certain jobs.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

It’s very easy to disappear into the plaid-skirt background.

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.