frontality
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /frʌnˈtælɪti/
KK: /frʌnˈtælɪti/
noun
Definition
The quality or state of being positioned at the front or facing forward.
Example
The artist emphasized the frontality of the figure in the painting to draw attention to its features.
Conversation
Have you noticed the frontality in that new painting at the gallery?
Yeah, it really stands out, doesn't it?
I love how the artist uses frontality to create such a strong impact.
Absolutely! It definitely draws you in right away.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
frontality
front
face
Antonyms
back
rear
obverse
Root Explanation
Frontality → It is formed from "frontalis" (from Latin, meaning relating to the forehead or front) and the suffix "-ity" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "frontality" refers to the quality or state of being frontal or facing forward.
Memory Tip
Think of 'frontalis' which relates to the front or forehead, and remember that 'frontality' describes the quality of being at the front.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.