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

At the entrance was a white table covered with keepsakes and ornamental photo frames. — Delia Rose Sauer, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026 These frames earned a spot on our roundup of the best smart glasses for 2026. — Stephanie Barnes, PC Magazine, 13 July 2026 The Raen sunglasses feature a unique hexagonal shape that ups the style quotient from generic round frames. — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 13 July 2026 Further, the simulation will drift and forget information from early frames over time. — ArsTechnica, 13 July 2026 Vines that use rootlets or tendrils to get a grip can squeeze into cracks in mortar and cause damage to window frames, shutters, roof tiles, gutters, and other building materials. — Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 12 July 2026 Only 11 tracks have occupied the top space for 13 frames or more. — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026 Pull out gentle face frames to give this style more dimension. — Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 8 July 2026 The trailer had piles of debris stacked all around it, including three ladders, four bike frames, eight tires, plywood, 5 gallons of motor oil and five black 55-gallon drums. — Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 7 July 2026

Verb

Ngo frames the Lotte World ride as a test case for adapting Legendary’s characters to physical spaces. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 14 July 2026 Floor-to-ceiling glass frames sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, Biscayne Bay, and the Miami skyline, while 10-foot ceilings, marble and wood floors, custom closets, and private elevator access elevate the contemporary interiors. — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 14 July 2026 In Edward Jones’ case, Pennington frames her knowledge-pooling push as a natural extension of its partnership ethos. — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 10 July 2026 One of the best hotel lounges in town, Travelle Kitchen & Bar frames postcard views of the circular Marina Towers next door. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026 With the Luxury Tax system in place at the top, and no floor, the union for the players frames the situation as clubs pocketing revenue sharing rather than doing their best to compete. — Maury Brown, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 The difference traces directly to battery size, but Trailer Dynamics frames the choice as an economic question rather than an architectural one. — IEEE Spectrum, 8 July 2026 The report frames plant fibers as a broader industrial materials category with applications spanning insulation, packaging, filtration, composites and consumer goods in addition to apparel. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 7 July 2026 Newport Institute frames it as a low barrier mental health entry point, not a substitute for therapy but an easy first step for anyone feeling overwhelmed by constant urgency. — Allison Palmer july 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026

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Molecular design matters Unlike conventional porous carbon materials that interact weakly with polysulfides, covalent organic frameworks can be engineered with precise pore structures and chemical functionalities.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 July 2026
The challenge is keeping these frameworks in sync with technology.

— Serenity Gibbons, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026

Definition of frameworks

Noun

Look at the jagged lines, the geometric shapes, the neon colour schemes, the tall collars, the billowing short sleeves.

— Jack Lang, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Seen in relaxed shapes and often layered or paired with unexpected colors, the pattern feels ironically cool, rather than preppy.

— Christina Holevas, Vogue, 5 July 2026

Definition of shapes

Noun

Roof edges, flashing, and areas where materials meet—like chimneys, skylights, and windows—are common entry points for water.

— Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 13 July 2026
If the soil feels crisp or is pulling away from the edges, the plant needs deep hydration.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 12 July 2026

Definition of edges

Verb

The state’s Holocaust Education Bill, passed in 1994, requires every school district to teach the Holocaust with the explicit aim of building tolerance, nurturing democratic values, and confronting what indifference produces.

— Masha Pearl, Sun Sentinel, 5 July 2026
Scan your face, train your voice on a few prompts, write (or accept a brand’s) creative brief, and the content produces itself.

— Reid Litman, Fortune, 5 July 2026

Definition of produces

Verb

Bill negotiation PocketGuard partners with Billshark, a company that negotiates for lower rates on your behalf.

— Catherine Collins, USA Today, 10 July 2026
The series stars Billy Bob Thornton as Tommy Norris, a landman who negotiates on behalf of oil companies.

— Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026

Definition of negotiates

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The club also plans to build a training facility for both the men’s and women’s team to use.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 16 July 2026
Paxton’s campaign declined to elaborate on which debates Paxton plans to participate in and whether they’ll be televised.

— Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026