Franklin Delano Roosevelt

/ˌfræŋklən dəˈleɪnoʊ ˌroʊzəˈvɛlt/
IPA guide

Definitions of Franklin Delano Roosevelt
  1. noun
    32nd President of the United States; elected four times; instituted New Deal to counter the Great Depression and led country during World War II (1882-1945)
    synonyms: F. D. Roosevelt, FDR, Franklin Roosevelt, President Franklin Roosevelt, President Roosevelt, Roosevelt
    see moresee less
    example of:
    Chief Executive, President, President of the United States, United States President
    the person who holds the office of head of state of the United States government
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘Franklin Delano Roosevelt'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family

Vocabulary lists containing Franklin Delano Roosevelt

The Great Depression and The New Deal

You're sure to profit from reviewing these terms related to the Depression and the New Deal. Learn about the stock market crash, inflation, unemployment, and much more. This list is a great investment.

World War II

Learn about the conflict between the Allies and the Axis powers by studying these words related to World War II. This vocabulary list covers topics such as the rise of fascism and Nazism in Europe, anti-Semitism and the Holocaust, appeasement and isolationism, and the use of the atomic bomb.

American History - Middle School

You have a constitutional right to learn these words related to American history! This comprehensive vocabulary list will take you from the settlement of the colonies through the present day. It includes topics such as the Constitution and civil rights, slavery and the Civil War, American presidents, immigration and multiculturalism, and much more.

MORE VOCABULARY LISTS