Synonyms of backdrops

backdrops

noun

plural of backdrop

as in scenes

the physical conditions or features that form the setting against which something is viewed

visitors dine at the restaurant with a dramatic stretch of the Pacific Ocean as a jaw-dropping backdrop

Synonyms & Similar Words

• scenes
• backgrounds
• sceneries
• grounds
• stages
• environments
• settings
• surroundings
• sets
• mise-en-scènes
• milieus
• entourages

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• centers
• foregrounds
• hearts
• foci
• focal points

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of backdrops

Set against the backdrops of New York and Los Angeles from the late 2000s through the 2020s, the novel navigates the uncertain metamorphosis of contemporary adulthood. — Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026

Apple Fest 2026 included the customary busy midways and large gourd photo opportunity backdrops. — Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 28 Sep. 2026

There's impressive attention to detail throughout, whether the show is imagining elaborate crop circles, or recreating 1960s fashions, cars, and backdrops. — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 23 Sep. 2026

The partnership will also give Brooks a major presence at Selhurst Park, with branding across pitchside and digital ribbon LEDs, stadium screens and TVs, static stadium assets and the club’s media backdrops. — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 18 Sep. 2026

The fan art features moody Ivy League backdrops with bunny ears, heavy tomes, blood-red candles and saccharine doll-like fashion. — Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026

Down to Earth One common theme among the fall 2026 collections was the nature around us, not only in the earthy tones chosen for the clothing presented, but also in the backdrops of the shows themselves. — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2026

And the landscape itself provides inspiring backdrops for wellness activities and pursuits. — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2026

And many directors are already using it for backdrops and previsualization, among other use cases, Hardwicke said. — Jake Angelo, semafor.com, 4 Sep. 2026