Synonyms for

Franklin

Verb / ˈfræŋklɪn / Another word for franklin — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a freeholder or landowner who was not of noble birth in medieval England; a former British silver coin worth one eighth of a shilling

Synonyms & similar words

johnhopefranklin franklin benjaminfranklin landowner freeholder yeoman bourgeois citizen commoner householder houseowner landholder landlord proprietor squire gentleman eightpenny thruppence shilling penny

Synonyms by register

Formal

candid forthright direct open

Informal

straight shooter blunt honest outspoken

Literary

plainspoken unvarnished artless

Antonyms

guarded reserved secretive cautious discreet uncommunicative

Common collocations

  • frankly speaking
  • frankly admit
  • frankly say
  • frankly tell
  • frankly discuss
  • frankly state
  • frankly express

Word family

adverb frankly

Usage note

The word 'franklin' is primarily a surname and not commonly used as a general English word. When used as an adjective, it means open, honest, and direct.

Example sentences

  1. My dad is a franklin because he owns his own house.
  2. The franklin was a respected member of medieval English society.
  3. The franklin's silver coin was worth one eighth of a shilling.
  4. The franklin's land was passed down through generations of his family.
  5. The franklin's property was well-maintained and prosperous.

Quotes

  • "Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise." - Benjamin Franklin
  • "Honesty is the best policy." - Benjamin Franklin
  • "In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes." - Benjamin Franklin

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