role model — A person looked to by others as an example to be imitated
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A person looked to by others as an example to be imitated
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈroʊl ˈmɑːdl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother is my role model because she can text faster than teenagers while knitting a sweater.
- The CEO became a role model for work-life balance when she started bringing her cat to board meetings.
- Teachers often serve as role models for their students' academic and personal development.
role model
NOUN[/ˈroʊl ˈmɑːdl/]
A person looked to by others as an example to be imitated
💡 Concept
The young gymnast watches her coach perform — her role model in every move.
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🎤Pronunciation
🇺🇸 US/ˈroʊl ˈmɑːdl/
🇬🇧 UK/ˈrəʊl ˈmɒdl/
🌳Etymology
Rootrole
Suffix-model
🎵Rhyme
tollgoalsoulcontrol
toll
goal
soul
control
🔗Collocations
positive role model
serve as a role model
look up to as a role model
role model behavior
celebrity role model
athletic role model
📝Examples
😄 Fun example
“My grandmother is my role model because she can text faster than teenagers while knitting a sweater.”
😄 Fun example
“The CEO became a role model for work-life balance when she started bringing her cat to board meetings.”
“Teachers often serve as role models for their students' academic and personal development.”
“Many young athletes consider Olympic champions as their ultimate role models.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
mentorinspirationexampleidolhero
Antonyms
bad examplenegative influencecautionary tale
Related
leadershipguidanceinspirationmodelingexemplary
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