paragon

Meaning

A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality; a model of excellence.

a person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality; a model of excellence

A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality.

Example Sentences

Neom is a paragon of sustainable urban design.

She was considered a paragon of virtue and kindness.

She is considered a paragon of kindness.

Synonyms

model, exemplar, ideal, standard, benchmark, epitome, perfection

Entry 1

model, exemplar, ideal, standard, benchmark

Entry 2

model, ideal, epitome, exemplar

Entry 3

model, ideal, epitome, exemplar, perfection

Antonyms

imperfection, flaw, failure, deficiency, worst example, disgrace, disappointment, blemish

Entry 1

imperfection, flaw, failure, deficiency

Entry 2

worst example, failure, disgrace, disappointment

Entry 3

flaw, imperfection, blemish

Collocations

paragon of virtue, perfect paragon, moral paragon, paragon of beauty, paragon of excellence

Entry 2

paragon of virtue, perfect paragon, moral paragon

Entry 3

paragon of virtue, paragon of beauty, paragon of excellence