Synonyms of framework

framework

noun

ˈfrām-ˌwərk 

as in structure

the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form

you've got the framework of the story and just need to fill in the details

Synonyms & Similar Words

• structure
• architecture
• infrastructure
• frame
• skeleton
• fabric
• shell
• configuration
• framing
• shape
• edifice
• network
• outline
• armature
• cadre
• lattice
• cage
• contour
• profile
• figure
• silhouette
• chassis

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of framework

Treating creative works as property, in turn, created the legal framework to protect them. — Roger J. Kreuz, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026

Proprietary data, application layer, domain fine tuning, agent frameworks and rigorous evaluation harnesses outlast any base model advantage. — Mark Minevich, Fortune, 21 Aug. 2026

And the festival grounds held events in 1974 (Allman Brothers/Doobie Brothers/Van Morrison/Tim Buckley) and 1975 (Pink Floyd/Captain Beefheart/Monty Python/Steve Miller Band) that provided them with a framework. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026

Nathan Howard | Reuters Based on years of reviewing comments, questions and survey responses from people engaging with Unbiased Science’s social media platforms, the company developed a framework for understanding vaccine hesitancy. — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026