noun
attitude; stance; support or opposition
Refers to one's position toward a person, group, or issue, especially whether one is for or against. Often used in formal or written contexts.
彼の向背がまだはっきりしない。
His stance is still unclear.
国民の向背が政策の行方を決める。
The public's attitude will determine the direction of the policy.
noun
state of affairs; situation; developments
A somewhat literary or formal way to refer to how things are unfolding. Less common than sense 1.
戦局の向背を見極める。
Assess the developments of the war situation.