Paradigms

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛrəˌdaɪm/

Paradigms (noun)

  1. A typical example or pattern of something, often used as a model to follow.
  2. A set of ideas or beliefs that shape how something is understood or studied.

Examples

  • This project serves as a paradigm for future developments.
  • The research introduced a new paradigm in social sciences.

Common collocations: set a paradigm, follow a paradigm, shift a paradigm, challenge a paradigm

Synonyms of Paradigms

Formal