Paragon

noun
/ˈpær.ə.ɡɑn/

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

Example Sentences

She was considered a paragon of virtue and kindness.

She is considered a paragon of kindness.

Neom is a paragon of sustainable urban design.

Synonyms

model, ideal, epitome, exemplar, perfection, standard, benchmark
Entry 1
model, ideal, epitome, exemplar
Entry 2
model, ideal, epitome, exemplar, perfection
Entry 3
model, exemplar, ideal, standard, benchmark

Antonyms

worst example, failure, disgrace, disappointment, flaw, imperfection, blemish, deficiency
Entry 1
worst example, failure, disgrace, disappointment
Entry 2
flaw, imperfection, blemish
Entry 3
imperfection, flaw, failure, deficiency

Collocations

paragon of virtue, perfect paragon, moral paragon, paragon of beauty, paragon of excellence
Entry 1
paragon of virtue, perfect paragon, moral paragon
Entry 2
paragon of virtue, paragon of beauty, paragon of excellence

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