Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paradigmatic
Adjective
/ˌpær.ə.dɪɡˈmæt.ɪk/
Definition
Relating to a typical example or pattern of something.
Examples
- The paradigmatic structure of the sentence highlights the relationship between subject and verb.
- In the study of models, a paradigmatic example is essential to understand the concept.
Meaning
In language and linguistics, it refers to the relationship between words that can substitute for each other in a similar context.
Synonyms
- Exemplary
- Model
- Typical
