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

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Carney is showing up this approach, something which is perhaps notable background context for the timing of today's intervention.

From BBC

"It's true I have an unusual background for some one to be a football club president and I can understand that some people are shocked," Orsoni admitted.

From BBC

This allows chips to separate useful signals from interference and background noise.

From Science Daily

This allowed visits to focus less on background information and more on practical next steps.

From Science Daily

Neither, despite his background in France and having a French wife, has he been accused of being a puppet of Paris.

From BBC

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