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PARADIGM

(noun)

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There are 4 meanings of the word Paradigm.

How to pronounce paradigm:

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Paradigm - as a noun

Systematic arrangement of all the inflected forms of a word

A standard or typical example

Example: "He is the prototype of good breeding"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
epitome11image8prototype16
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
example18model8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The class of all items that can be substituted into the same position (or slot) in a grammatical sentence (are in paradigmatic relation with one another)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
substitution class

The generally accepted perspective of a particular discipline at a given time

Example: "He framed the problem within the psychoanalytic paradigm"

Example Sentences

"The discovery of DNA was a paradigm shift in the field of genetics."
"The company had to adopt a new paradigm to keep up with the changing market trends."
"The advent of smartphones brought about a new paradigm in communication."
"The theory of relativity introduced a new paradigm in understanding the universe."
"The traditional paradigm of leadership is no longer effective in the modern workplace."
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Word Game Points

Is PARADIGM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, paradigm is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PARADIGM has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is PARADIGM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, paradigm is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PARADIGM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is PARADIGM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paradigm is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PARADIGM has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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