Synonyms of paradigm

paradigm

noun

as in example

something or someone serving as a basis for imitation

The thesis paper provides a new paradigm for educational practices.

Related Words

• example
• principle
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Example Sentences

Recent Examples of paradigm

If that happens, that whole paradigm in terms of the telcos and providing the subsidies changes. — Nilay Patel, The Verge, 17 Oct. 2026

The iPhone Duo, Apple's first folding iPhone, will challenge you with a new paradigm. — Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 10 Oct. 2026

The experience of Operation ‘Vivaldi’ has demonstrated that the systematic replacement of human personnel with robots is changing the paradigm of modern warfare. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2026

Le Bleis said the future of L’Oréal Professionnel is about making the impossible possible and shifting paradigms. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 2 Oct. 2026

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