Synonyms of patron saints

patron saints

noun

plural of patron saint

as in models

someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation

around the statehouse he's known as the patron saint of partisan politics

Synonyms & Similar Words

• models
• ideas
• examples
• incarnations
• ideals
• nonesuches
• manifestations
• beau ideals
• role models
• paragons
• classics
• pinnacles
• nonpareils
• mirrors
• exemplars
• eidolons
• standards
• phantoms
• guidelines
• paradigms
• essences
• principles
• pinks
• personifications
• embodiments
• rules
• archetypes
• patterns
• touchstones
• apotheoses
• gauges
• summits
• acmes
• culminations
• epitomes
• apexes
• zeniths
• peaks
• quintessences

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of patron saints

Anybody heading into the spring with a seasonably cheerful and rosy view of world affairs will be well-met by the return of the patron saints of drone metal, pulling on their cloaks to herald our everlong winter. —Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 23 Mar. 2026

There the grave still is, of Ireland’s three patron saints, under a granite slab added at the start of the 20th century to stop pilgrims stealing soil from the site. —Maureen O'Hare, CNN Money, 17 Mar. 2026

Meanwhile, the tribute to Nancy Guthrie outside her home keeps growing, with flowers, yellow ribbons, crosses, prayers and patron saints for older adults and in desperate situations. —Jacques Billeaud, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2026