FRAMES Synonyms: 257 Similar and Opposite Words

frames 1 of 2

noun

plural of frame

as in frameworks

the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form now that the frame has been built, we have a better idea of the size of our new house

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as in shapes

the type of body that a person has a tall man with a big frame

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as in edges

the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something a white curtain with a blue frame

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frames

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verb

present tense third-person singular of frame

as in produces

to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials framed a unique coffee table from an old, discarded chest of drawers

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as in negotiates

to plan out usually with subtle skill or care a composer framing the structure of a song

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as in composes

to put (something) into proper and usually carefully worked out written form you'll need to frame your argument well if you're going to win the debate

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as in plans

to work out the details of (something) in advance framed a schedule for the project

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as in borders

to serve as a border for trees framed the walkway

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Recent Examples of frames

Noun

There are also four accessible rooms with door frames designed for wheelchair access and bathrooms with grab bars and adjustable shower heads. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 Modern replacement windows may combine insulated glass, durable frames and thermal features designed to help maintain comfortable indoor temperatures and reduce heat transfer. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 5 Oct. 2026 The five debut styles for spring are characterized by acetate frames and lightweight metal constructions. — Katie Abel, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026 Teefey rocked a faux fur jacket and tinted sunglasses with oval frames. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 27 Sep. 2026 Colorful Frames Colorful frames are having a moment, encouraging a looser, more expressive approach to wall art. — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 26 Sep. 2026 Three sizes of white Murphy bed frames could threaten safety. — Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 25 Sep. 2026 Just like crevices in window frames, openings in door and window screens can invite a plethora of pests inside. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026 The cropped, ankle-length hem keeps them from overwhelming shorter frames, and looks good with sneakers for an easy airport style, or boots for those in-office days. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2026

Verb

Over and over, in her juvenilia, in her short fiction, in her poetry, and in her novel, Plath frames death as an opportunity for rebirth. — Literary Hub, 7 Oct. 2026 The commercial frames Hamilton as closely tied to national progressive issues. — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2026 Research from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine frames oral health as integral to overall healthcare and healthy aging. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026 Schumer also frames Doe’s coming forward two years after the incident as her fighting to make the system respond. — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 1 Oct. 2026 Who What Wear frames the toggle closures and sharp shoulders as early-aughts nostalgia making a comeback. — Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026 Her face appears sans makeup and her long hair frames her face. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 28 Sep. 2026 The global fintech conversation still frames speed and security as technical challenges to solve. — Hammed Afenifere, Forbes.com, 28 Sep. 2026 Piecey Fringe Accomplish texture with piecey fringe that frames the face for a fun, beachy look. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026

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Noun

Physicians have an important role in regulating AI with these frameworks to ensure patient safety and take responsibility.

— Esha Desai, Hartford Courant, 4 Oct. 2026
This method is similar to other frameworks, like acceptance commitment therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.

— Lennon Sherburne, NPR, 3 Oct. 2026

Definition of frameworks

Noun

For Miraval The Red Sea, Foster + Partners architects have designed 180 guest rooms, suites, and villas with biophilic shapes and natural materials, allowing the accommodations to seamlessly fit into the landscape.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2026
By studying what happens when these energetic particles collide with target materials, scientists can investigate the shapes and sizes of atomic nuclei.

— Andrea Richard, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of shapes

Noun

The pool is secluded and shady thanks to the towering palms that line the edges, and the open-air spa resides right in the middle of the hotel's lush gardens.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
Gather the edges of the foil and shape it around the salmon to create a lip and prevent the sauce from leaking.

— Candy Hom, AJC.com, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of edges

Verb

Like a factory that produces goods for years after it is built, acquiring a customer today can create a relationship that generates revenue far into the future.

— Alexa LoMonaco, CNBC, 2 Oct. 2026
When the Explanation Does Not Match the Record A termination sometimes produces more than one explanation.

— William Jones, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of produces

Verb

By the time a large organization evaluates one, runs it through security, negotiates access and puts it into production, another model is already getting the headlines.

— Doug Shannon, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Still, the complete omission of the TV (or film) studios is surprising, as is the lack of mention of Paramount’s pay cable network Showtime, which, like the basic cable nets, negotiates carriage agreements.

— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of negotiates

Verb

The man composes his responses with the help of a manual that instructs him on which incoming string of Chinese characters should be answered with which other string of Chinese characters.

— Foreign Affairs, Foreign Affairs, 10 Aug. 2026
Agent authority composes dynamically.

— Harsh Singhal, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026

Definition of composes

Verb

The urgency of their push comes as major European companies undergo huge job losses — Volkswagen plans to cut 100,000 workers — which experts have said could drive political upheaval.

— Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 7 Oct. 2026
The president plans to attend Saturday's big college football matchup between Alabama and Georgia, after attending Texas at Tennessee late last month.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of plans

Verb

Lithuania, which directly borders Kaliningrad, rejected Moscow’s warning and accused Russia of trying to undermine NATO unity and Western support for Ukraine.

— Efrat Lachter, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026
In Moldova -- which borders western Ukraine and is not a NATO member -- the national police force said in a post to Facebook that a drone exploded and damaged a communications antenna in the Anenii Noi district in the center of the country.

— David Brennan, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026