role model

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role model

Every child needs a positive role model to look up to.

Definition

Noun: A person whose behavior, example, or success is or can be emulated by others, especially by younger people. A role model is considered worthy of imitation.

Usage

The term "role model" is used to describe an individual who serves as a positive example. It is commonly used in discussions about mentorship, parenting, education, and public life. The phrase often implies a responsibility for the person in that position to demonstrate good character or achievement.

Examples
  • Teachers should strive to be a role model for their students.
  • Her grandmother was her greatest role model in life.
  • Many athletes understand they are role models for young fans.
  • It is important for leaders to provide a positive role model.
Advanced Usage
  • "to look up to someone as a role model": To admire and respect someone as an example to follow.
    • Many young scientists look up to her as a role model.
  • "to serve as a role model": To act in a way that provides a positive example.
    • He tries to serve as a role model for his younger brothers.
Variants and Related Words
  • Model (noun): A standard or example for imitation or comparison. (While "model" is broader, "role model" specifically refers to a person.)
  • Mentor (noun): An experienced and trusted adviser. A mentor is often a role model, but the focus is more on guidance than on example alone.
  • Exemplar (noun): A person or thing serving as a typical example or excellent model. (More formal synonym)
Synonyms
  • Example
  • Ideal
  • Paragon
  • Hero (in the sense of an admired figure)
Antonyms
  • Bad example
  • Cautionary tale
  • Antihero (a central character who lacks conventional heroic attributes)
Related Phrases
  • Positive role model: Specifies that the person's influence is beneficial.
    • The program connects youth with positive role models from the community.
  • Role model behavior: Actions that are characteristic of a good example.
    • The principal praised the student for showing role model behavior.
role model

Every child needs a positive role model to look up to.

Noun
  1. someone worthy of imitation
    • every child needs a role model

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