paradigmatic

adjective

Definition of paradigmaticnext
as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated a paradigmatic essay in which the writer presents his point of view clearly and engagingly

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Recent Examples of paradigmatic In the most American of stories, the Idaho potato, forming half of the paradigmatic American meal (a burger and fries), only became a paradigm when gold was discovered in Idaho in 1860. — Tamar Adler, Vogue, 3 June 2026 This is perhaps a paradigmatic example of how AI can be useful today. — Konstantin Kakaes, Quanta Magazine, 13 Apr. 2026 Through it all, the 55-year-old former Fed governor exudes a confidence that is the antithesis of Harry Truman's paradigmatic two-handed economist — qualities that seemed to attract the president and might be essential in his effort to reform the staid Federal Reserve. — Steve Liesman,matt Peterson, CNBC, 27 Mar. 2026 The Holocaust may be the paradigmatic genocide. — Literary Hub, 13 Feb. 2026 Will speaking characters into action be a novelty or a mainstay — a paradigmatic way of interacting with screens or just a passing diversion that will turn this deal cringe in short order? — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 12 Dec. 2025 The paradigmatic helicopter parent hovered from a distance and in most cases didn’t follow their child to college. — Russell Shaw, The Atlantic, 2 Nov. 2025 The 1994 slaughter of 800,000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus in Rwanda became the paradigmatic example, prosecuted at the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda and recognized by the UN Security Council. — Faisal Kutty, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Sep. 2025 Though beloved by many straight men for the wrong reasons, the central character in American Psycho — a movie directed by a woman, written by a woman, and based on a novel written by a gay man — has always been paradigmatic of repressed same-sex desire. — Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 23 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paradigmatic
  1. classic
  2. exemplary
  3. archetypal
  4. quintessential
  5. definitive
  6. excellent
  7. perfect
  8. model
Adjective
  • Beyond the operational improvements Danaher is famous for, there is a classic David-versus-Goliath story waiting in the wings that could hand Danaher and investors a nice kicker.
    — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 16 July 2026
  • The Hailey Jeans, which launched today, include denim staples in two characteristically relaxed fits—two fresh takes on the brand’s classic jeans styles, taking inspiration from her favorite vintage Gap pairs.
    — Sophie Donovan, Glamour, 16 July 2026
Definition of classic
Adjective
  • The parents, represented by the law firm Rosen Saba, demand a jury trial, exemplary and punitive damages and civil and statutory penalties.
    — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 9 July 2026
  • This form makes the book startlingly original, an exemplary modernist novel in its redefinition of storytelling.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 9 July 2026
Definition of exemplary
Adjective
  • Lestat remembers himself like a bit of an archetypal fairytale babe in the woods in the recounting of his human life.
    — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 22 June 2026
  • Just over two miles south of the historic village of Tintagel, Trebarwith is a wild, archetypal north‑coast beach—a mile‑long sweep of golden sand and rocky outcrops visible only at low tide.
    — Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026
Definition of archetypal
Adjective
  • Apples and blackberries are a quintessential flavor pairing during the shoulder season when the summer is beginning to wind down, wild blackberries are ripening, and early apples are being harvested.
    — Anna Kovel, Martha Stewart, 10 July 2026
  • The Bella Rigid Straight Jeans are a quintessential summer staple that’ll always be in style, thanks to their ageless, classic fit.
    — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 8 July 2026
Definition of quintessential
Adjective
  • The letter of intent remains non-binding, and there is no guarantee the parties will reach a definitive agreement.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
  • For an album that feels like a major artistic statement, almost none of the songs have a single definitive version.
    — Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 9 July 2026
Definition of definitive
Adjective
  • Rocket is known for its excellent customer service and easy-to-use website and mobile app.
    — Kelsey Neubauer, CNBC, 13 July 2026
  • Bagworm is excellent and I am thrilled Oscilloscope will be bringing this cinematic fever dream to a theater near you.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 13 July 2026
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • From there, the acceleration and timing of his run are perfect to meet Saka’s clipped cross at the back post.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 13 July 2026
  • The pool is also fit with a complete outdoor kitchen and pavilion, perfect for a barbecue.
    — Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 July 2026
Definition of perfect
Adjective
  • The Act turns those concerns into model-weight security, critical safety incident reporting, support for open-source maintainers and research security.
    — Paulo Carvão, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
  • Other model-specific details include Union Jacks embossed onto the sun visors, an Earls Court 1951 logo stitched into the headrests, and a wooden gear shifter.
    — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
Definition of model

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“Paradigmatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paradigmatic. Accessed 18 Jul. 2026.

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