as in model
someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation
in Arthurian legend, Sir Galahad is depicted as the one knight who is a paragon of virtue
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of paragon
What emerges is a portrait of Stanton not as a paragon of feminism but as a deeply peculiar person—one whose combination of vision and hubris happened to change history.
—
Moira Donegan, New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2026
Kathleen Hanna fronted punk greats Bikini Kill and Le Tigre, two bands that existed at different times in the evolving (but still sexist) conversation about women and their place in culture, with the musicians often serving as paragons of feminist critique and anguish.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
Obviously, not every child in Asia is a paragon, and there is plenty of poverty, inequality and injustice.
—Nicholas D. Kristof, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026
The two friends' paths have completely diverged by this point, with Elphaba revolting against the fraudulent regime of the Wizard and Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh) and being branded an enemy of Oz, while Glinda is propped up as the's Wizard's mouthpiece and a paragon of goodness.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 21 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for paragon
Moira Donegan, New Yorker, 13 Mar. 2026
Kathleen Hanna fronted punk greats Bikini Kill and Le Tigre, two bands that existed at different times in the evolving (but still sexist) conversation about women and their place in culture, with the musicians often serving as paragons of feminist critique and anguish.
—Eric Farwell, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Feb. 2026
Obviously, not every child in Asia is a paragon, and there is plenty of poverty, inequality and injustice.
—Nicholas D. Kristof, Mercury News, 11 Feb. 2026
The two friends' paths have completely diverged by this point, with Elphaba revolting against the fraudulent regime of the Wizard and Madame Morrible (Michelle Yeoh) and being branded an enemy of Oz, while Glinda is propped up as the's Wizard's mouthpiece and a paragon of goodness.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 21 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for paragon
Recent Examples of Synonyms for paragon
Noun
-
That realization would lead to the launch of Authentic Studios in 2023 — and with it, a new model for how fashion and lifestyle brands can operate as content creators.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
12 May 2026
-
Aside from the fans, real-life OnlyFans models have taken issue with Cassie’s portrayal and content on the show.—
Allison DeGrushe,
StyleCaster,
12 May 2026
Noun
-
The solar system is estimated to be around 2 light-years wide, giving you an idea of just how far astronomers consider our cosmic backyard to extend.—
Robert Lea,
Space.com,
15 May 2026
-
Not having to consider finances or James’ specific (and largely unknown) priorities, members of The Athletic’s NBA staff have some ideas.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
Noun
-
Their collapse against Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League is the best example, but this is also what happened against City in April.—
Cerys Jones,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
-
For example, say the Heat were to instead pursue Lauri Markkanen perhaps with Kel’el Ware and Tyler Herro as the hook and then learn those two components could have closed a Giannis deal?—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
12 May 2026
Noun
-
The original incarnation of the company ceased operations at the end of 2011; among its woes then was the fact that the Obama-era ATVM loan program that helped Tesla so much would not fund a three-wheel vehicle, leading to years spent redesigning a four-wheel version.—
Scharon Harding,
ArsTechnica,
14 May 2026
-
Even before its revival, the gritty area in the early-to-mid 2000s began hosting the Larimer Lounge, Meadowlark Lounge, The Walnut Room, Rhinoceropolis and Orange Cat DIY spaces, and other venues that laid the groundwork for its current incarnation.—
John Wenzel,
Denver Post,
14 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Paragon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/paragon. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
