Synonyms of role model

role model

noun

as in example

someone who another person admires and tries to be like

Parents need to be good role models for their children.

Athletes should remember that they are role models.

Related Words

• example
• idea
• model
• patron saint
• manifestation
• incarnation
• personification
• rule
• embodiment
• phantom
• pink
• principle
• paradigm
• ideal
• mirror
• guideline
• pattern
• paragon
• standard
• classic
• epitome
• archetype
• beau ideal
• exemplar
• nonpareil
• touchstone
• essence
• gauge
• eidolon
• nonesuch
• summit
• pinnacle
• culmination
• apotheosis
• zenith
• quintessence
• apex
• peak
• acme

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of role model

The few encounters with representatives of the law are exasperating — an officer chastises Soulan for being a bad role model for his students — though not necessarily cut and dried. — Kambole Campbell, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026

It was recently honored with an Albie Award from the Maysles Documentary Center, an award honoring those who inspire, not only through their work, but also through their roles as mentors, role models, and champions of social justice. — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2026

The initiative aims to demystify finance and show students role models from different backgrounds. — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026

Rather than rebut them, Paxton uses footage of his daughter Mattie Hayworth praising him as a fighter for family values and role model for his grandchildren. — Matthew Choi, Washington Post, 2 Oct. 2026