Synonyms of paragon

nounA person of preeminent qualities, who acts as a pattern or model for others.

• archetype
• epitomeThe embodiment or encapsulation of a class of items.
• example
• exemplarSomething fit to be imitated; an ideal, a worthy model or role model: a desirable example.
• iconA person or thing that is the best example of a certain profession or some doing.
• model
• paradigmAn example serving as the model for such a pattern; an exceptionally good or prototypical example of a pattern or group.
• pattern
• quintessenceA thing that is the most perfect example of its type; the most perfect embodiment of something; epitome, prototype.
• template