the people, objects, countryside, etc. in a picture or photograph that seem nearest to you and form its main part

In the foreground of the painting is a horse and cart. 油画的前景是一架马车。

Compare: background noun (PICTURE)

to give the most importance to a particular subject, etc.

His speech foregrounded the history of the decision. 他的讲话强调了这个决定的历史。

Synonyms: emphasizeexaggeratehighlight overplayoverstatespotlight