paragon
/ˈpæɹəɡən/noun
A person of preeminent qualities, who acts as a pattern or model for others.
Example sentence
- “In the novel, Constanza is a paragon of virtue who would never compromise her reputation.”
Featured as word of the day on May 1, 2027.
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