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backgrounds

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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Faculty remain committed to ensuring qualified California students from all backgrounds can thrive at UC campuses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Suozzi and Moolenaar kicked off the 2020 NPB with a running shtick — juxtaposing their backgrounds.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

“With derivatives on Kalshi, investors of all financial backgrounds can now access the asset class.”

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

The couple's backgrounds have gained attention in both France and Portugal.

From BBC • May 23, 2026

Students are encouraged to explore their cultural backgrounds and create displays.

From "A Place at the Table" by Saadia Faruqi and Laura Shovan