paragon

  1. Noun.  A person of preeminent qualities, who acts as a pattern or model of some given (especially positive) quality. (defdate, from 16th c.) .
  2. Noun.  (obsolete) A companion; a match; an equal. (defdate, 16th-19th c.) .
  3. Noun.  (obsolete) Comparison; competition. (defdate, 16th-17th c.) .
  4. Noun.  (typography) A size of type between great primer and double pica. (defdate, from 18th c.) .
  5. Noun.  A flawless diamond of at least 100 carats.
  6. Verb.  to compare; to parallel; to put in rivalry or emulation with.
  7. Verb.  to compare with; to equal; to rival.
  8. Verb.  to serve as a model for; to surpass.
  9. Verb.  to be equal; to hold comparison.

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