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Role model

n.kind, capablewarm

What it means

A person whose conduct or achievements offer an example others want to follow.

Reach for it when praising a pattern of behavior, not demanding perfection

Her fair treatment of every apprentice made her a role model.

Choose between these

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  • playful

    hero

    admiration is intense and personal

    not when Hero worship can hide flaws.

  • everyday

    example

    conduct shows others what to do

    not when An example may be negative.

  • warm

    inspiration

    someone motivates growth or courage

    not when Inspiration may come from one act.

  • warm

    mentor

    direct guidance shapes another person

    not when A mentor need not be imitated.

  • professional

    model

    behavior provides a pattern

    not when Model can sound impersonal.

  • formal

    exemplar

    the person strongly embodies a standard

    not when Exemplar is more absolute.

Said against

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  • bad influence
  • cautionary example
  • antihero

It naturally appears in

3
  • positive role model

    The coach became a positive role model for young players.

  • serve as a role model

    Older pupils serve as role models in the workshop.

  • strong role model

    A strong role model admits mistakes openly.