frame 1 of 2

noun

Definition of framenext
1
as in structure
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

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
2
as in shape
the type of body that a person has a tall man with a big frame

Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in perimeter
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something a white curtain with a blue frame

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

frame

2 of 2

verb

ˈfrām How to pronounce frame (audio)
1
as in to produce
to bring into being by combining, shaping, or transforming materials framed a unique coffee table from an old, discarded chest of drawers

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to negotiate
to plan out usually with subtle skill or care a composer framing the structure of a song

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to compose
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

Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance framed a schedule for the project

Synonyms & Similar Words
5
as in to border
to serve as a border for trees framed the walkway

Synonyms & Similar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of frame
Noun
Rheinmetall values excludes frame and utilization nomination. — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 1 July 2026 While standard digital smart scales send a singular electrical signal up through your lower body, the Scale BodyScan sends current through both your hands and feet via the extendable bar, completing a circuit across your entire frame. — New Atlas, 1 July 2026
Verb
The entrance, however, remains largely intact, featuring three arches and a set of steps framed by a pair of tall palm trees. — Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026 The majority framed sports as different from other school settings because of what is at stake every time a roster is made, a medal is awarded or a scholarship is offered. — Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for frame
Recent Examples of Synonyms for frame
  1. structure
  2. shape
  3. perimeter
  4. produce
  5. negotiate
  6. compose
  7. plan
  8. border
Noun
  • The changes are adaptive changes of the structure and function of the heart.
    — Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
  • The structure of Iran’s regime was built following the Islamic Revolution of 1979.
    — Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of structure
Noun
  • In what was billed as a bullpen game, Barnes handled the final seven innings, leaving the varsity bullpen in fine shape for the Padres series.
    — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • Norway sat off during the second half, holding their 4-5-1 shape, and the Ivory Coast equaliser came about from a system switch and double sub.
    — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of shape
Noun
  • Catalan Fire Service head of operations Eduard Martinez said the blaze had a perimeter of 25 miles and firefighters may not be able to bring it under control on Sunday, EFE said.
    — Elena Becatoros, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • The Waseca County Honor Guard carried the flag out of the fairgrounds hall, and with about 35 volunteers around its perimeter, the red, white and blue was fully unfurled in all its glory for the first time in decades.
    — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Definition of perimeter
Verb
  • During an earnings call in May, Chief Executive Brian Chesky said AI now writes nearly 60% of new code, produced by the company’s engineers.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
  • For decades, oceans have acted as the planet’s main heat sink, absorbing 90% of the excess heat produced by humans burning fossil fuels.
    — Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 1 July 2026
Definition of produce
Verb
  • The market is oversaturated, and Riley is a genius for not only recognizing that but realizing that all of these new DJs are going to need lawyers to negotiate their contracts.
    — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 2 July 2026
  • The decision, which was widely anticipated, does not end the pact immediately, but rather kicks off a decade-long annual review process for the three countries to negotiate on the treaty until the USMCA officially expires in 2036.
    — Joey Garrison, USA Today, 2 July 2026
Definition of negotiate
Verb
  • One concern on Wall Street is that AI models that quickly compose code might threaten mature software companies.
    — Jordan Novet, CNBC, 2 July 2026
  • Earlier this month, a bipartisan bill introduced in the House proposed establishing an independent commission composed of 13 members appointed by leaders in Congress and the president.
    — Max Zahn, ABC News, 2 July 2026
Definition of compose
Verb
  • Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth planned to announce at a June NATO meeting even steeper cuts that could add up to the one-third reduction Trump raised, according to two sources.
    — Kevin Liptak, CNN Money, 7 July 2026
  • Defense attorneys argued during the trial that the defendants planned a peaceful protest and noise demonstration with fireworks to show support for people detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
    — Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
Definition of plan
Verb
  • In the southern Russian city of Krasnodar, which borders Crimea, another video shows a man filling up a container in the back of his car while two women berate him for breaking the rules.
    — Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • The western zone was bordered to the north by County Road J, to the south by County Road S, to the west by Cahone and to the east by the Bradfield area.
    — Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 5 July 2026
Definition of border

Phrases Containing frame

Browse Nearby Words

frailty
frame
framed
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Frame.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/frame. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

Copy Citation

More from Merriam-Webster on frame

Nglish: Translation of frame for Spanish Speakers

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

Is that lie 'bald-faced' or 'bold-faced'?

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

Commonly Misspelled Words

How to Use Em Dashes (—), En Dashes (–) , and Hyphens (-)
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List

One-Word Oxymorons: Bittersweet, Spendthrift, and More

Ten Words Ending with a Silent ‘T’

12 Lovely and Unusual Words for the Natural World
See More

Popular

See More

Is that lie 'bald-faced' or 'bold-faced'?

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
hangman letters and game
Hangman Lightning Round Figure out which word fits in the blanks.
See All