Synonyms of patron saint
24 similar words
Another word for patron saint is archetype. Other synonyms of patron saint are case, beau ideal, case in point, embodiment and epitome.
Synonyms and similar words for patron saint
nounAn exemplar: an individual who exemplifies some trait or group.
- archetype
- case
- beau ideal
- case in pointAn example that illustrates a point.
- embodiment
- epitome
- exemplar
- exemplification
- example
- exemplificatorSomething serving as an example.
- Exhibit AThe foremost example, often with a negative connotation.
- illustration
- incarnation
- instance
- paradigm
- prototype
- quintessence
- representative
- specimen
- symbol
- ur-typeA basic, primitive, or original type; prototype.
- byspel rareAn example.
- eponym archaic
- sample obsolete
Meaning of patron saint
- noun A saint conceived as the patron (protector or supporter) of a particular place, group, person, or activity, for whom or for which his or her intercession is specially invoked.
- noun An exemplar: an individual who exemplifies some trait or group.
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Questions about synonyms of patron saint
- What is another word for patron saint?
- Patron saint has 24 synonyms on Word.ws, such as archetype, case, beau ideal, case in point, embodiment, epitome, exemplar and exemplification.
- What does patron saint mean?
- Patron saint means a saint conceived as the patron (protector or supporter) of a particular place, group, person, or activity, for whom or for which his or her intercession is specially invoked.
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