Synonyms of paradigm

paradigm

noun

as in example

something or someone serving as a basis for imitation

The thesis paper provides a new paradigm for educational practices.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• example
• principle
• model
• prototype
• archetype
• blueprint
• mirror
• manifestation
• mold
• role model
• standard
• idea
• original
• sample
• pattern
• incarnation
• guideline
• embodiment
• personification
• rule
• phantom
• touchstone
• pink
• essence
• gage
• epitome
• pinnacle
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• gauge
• zenith
• ideal
• apex
• quintessence
• patron saint
• paragon
• classic
• exemplar
• peak
• acme
• nonpareil
• nonesuch
• draft
• eidolon
• beau ideal

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of paradigm

This gathering changed the paradigm and brought persecution based on faith to the center of U.S. foreign policy. —Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024

With their current study, the researchers are seeking to shift the paradigm and adopt a more proactive, prophylactic approach to pain management. —New Atlas, 5 Dec. 2024

In the new paradigm of an art open to input from everywhere, will the worlds that these remarkable artists represented for me still retain their value? —Barry Schwabsky, Artforum, 1 Dec. 2024

Given the immense and proven market for local fare, continuing that paradigm would be both counter-intuitive and deleterious to industry innovation, argued Xilam Animation founder and CEO Marc du Pontavice. —Ben Croll, Variety, 26 Nov. 2024

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