July 01, 2026

Paradigm

noun

Definition

A typical example or pattern of something; a model or framework for thinking. A paradigm shift refers to a fundamental change in approach or assumptions.

Example Sentence

“The discovery of DNA was a paradigm shift in our understanding of heredity.”

Etymology

From Greek paradeigma, from paradeiknunai (to show side by side), from para- (beside) + deiknunai (to show).

Scrabble Score

P3A1R1A1D2I1G2M3

PARADIGM scores 14 points in Scrabble.

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