Synonyms of paragons

paragons

noun

plural of paragon

as in models

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

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of paragons

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

For instance, there is no reason to fear that Canadian, German, or Japanese nuclear weapons would end up in the hands of rogue states or terrorist organizations; all three are paragons of responsibility, state capacity, and domestic stability. —Moritz S. Graefrath, Foreign Affairs, 19 Nov. 2025

What are these paragons of stereotypical gendered behavior to do but exorcise a demon, and embrace an opportunity for personal growth in the process? —Alison Willmore, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025

These crunchy paragons are slightly sweet, sour and properly hot. —Cesar Hernandez, San Francisco Chronicle, 6 Feb. 2025