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paradigm
nounmasculineformalcommon/pɐɾɐˈdiɡmɐ/pa·ra·dig·ma
Definition
1A typical example, pattern, or model of something, especially a set of theories and standards in science.
Usage examples
“Kuhn's work on scientific paradigms was revolutionary.”
“This company's success became a paradigm for the industry.”
Common combinations
paradigm shiftscientific paradigmdominant paradigm