Synonyms of role model

role model

noun

as in example

someone who another person admires and tries to be like

Parents need to be good role models for their children.

Athletes should remember that they are role models.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• example
• idea
• model
• patron saint
• manifestation
• rule
• incarnation
• personification
• embodiment
• phantom
• principle
• pink
• paradigm
• ideal
• mirror
• guideline
• standard
• pattern
• paragon
• classic
• epitome
• archetype
• beau ideal
• gage
• exemplar
• nonpareil
• touchstone
• essence
• gauge
• eidolon
• nonesuch
• summit
• pinnacle
• culmination
• apotheosis
• zenith
• quintessence
• apex
• peak
• acme

Examples of role model in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Her own role model is her older sister Gertrude, or Gert, who lived to 104 and was both her roommate growing up and her teacher in school. —Bridget Fogarty, Journal Sentinel, 15 Aug. 2024

Many social media users have uplifted the pair as role models of kindness and friendly competition. —Kimmy Yam, NBC News, 12 Aug. 2024

Lea is Zoey’s role model Growing up with Lea’s support in her professional and personal life shaped Zoey into the woman she’s become. —Mckinley Franklin, Peoplemag, 12 Aug. 2024

On the road to the Paris Games, Black Olympians spoke with NBC News about the special obligations of Black athletes representing the United States and stepping up as role models. —Isabel Yip, NBC News, 24 July 2024