Synonyms of cadre

cadre

noun

ˈka-ˌdrā 

as in structure

the arrangement of parts that gives something its basic form

claims that the problem will never be solved within the existing cadre of the state bureaucracy

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cadre

Helping the teachers are a cadre of high school-age interns. — Jeff Gritchen, Oc Register, 25 June 2026

The reshaping of society by a small cadre of tech-billionaires whose actions are nurturing mass surveillance for marketing and political purposes, widespread technological unemployment, and a culture of misinformation and disinformation is clearly anti-democratic. — Wendell Wallach, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2026

Cao is strategically building his team, repositioning competent legacy appointees to ensure continuity while fostering a loyal leadership cadre. — Craig Hooper, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026

The initial cadre of students has been getting together with other families before being blended together in the classroom. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2026

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