role model

noun

: a person whose behavior in a particular role is imitated by others

Examples of role model in a Sentence

Athletes should remember that they are role models.
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Looking for role models, troubled young men find Andrew Tate. Jay Stahl, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025 Ava Cavallini, 12th grade, Stewart County High School Ava has served as a positive role model to all underclassmen through her time in Career and Technical Education at Stewart County High School. Gabrielle Chenault, Nashville Tennessean, 8 Sep. 2025 While some, perhaps most, of Spicoli’s behavior paints him as the imperfect role model, there is something to be gleaned from the surfer bro’s rebellion. Paul Fitzgerald, Rolling Stone, 8 Sep. 2025 Kids ‘n Kinship provides friendships and positive role models to children and youth ages 5-16 who are in need of an additional supportive relationship with an adult. Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 7 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for role model

Word History

First Known Use

1947, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of role model was in 1947

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“Role model.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/role%20model. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

role model

noun
: a person whose behavior in a certain role is imitated by others

Medical Definition

role model

noun
: a person whose behavior in a particular role is imitated by others
watching our parents and other role models deal with conflictMelody Beattie

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