paradigm shift

noun

formal

: an important change that happens when the usual way of thinking about or doing something is replaced by a new and different way

This discovery will bring about a paradigm shift in our understanding of evolution.

Examples of paradigm shift in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The incorporation of UAVs into regular military operations marked a paradigm shift in the conduct of warfare, introducing new tactical possibilities, strategic dilemmas, and ethical debates that continue to evolve. —Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026

Mythos marked a paradigm shift in AI capabilities, reportedly delivering processing power that enables superhuman coding and reasoning, a massive performance leap over previous models. —Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 2 May 2026

And yet, this paradigm shift hasn't completely dismantled customs regarding the relationship between seasons and colors. —Lucía Tejo, Glamour, 26 Apr. 2026

Across the country, the Marlins could be ushering in their own paradigm shift. —Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026

Rhymes for paradigm shift

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