Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A scenery or setting used as a background, often in theater or photography.
Backdrop
/ˈbækdrɒp/Synonyms:
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Examples:
The city skyline provided a dazzling backdrop to the festival.
Her speech was against the backdrop of rising political tension.
A lush forest backdrop made the wedding pictures breathtaking.
Etymology:
The word backdrop originated in the early 20th century, combining back from the Old English bæc meaning rear, and drop, referring to a curtain or piece of material dropped as a background in stage settings.
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