role model

[rohl mod-l]

noun

1. a person whose behavior, example, or success is or can be emulated by others, especially by younger people.

role model

noun

1. a person regarded by others, esp younger people, as a good example to follow

role model

1. A person who serves as an example of the values, attitudes, and behaviors associated with a role. For example, a father is a role model for his sons. Role models can also be persons who distinguish themselves in such a way that others admire and want to emulate them. For example, a woman who becomes a successful brain surgeon or airline pilot can be described as a role model for other women.

Word History and Origins

Origin of role model¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

We will intensify our support and development of leaders – supporting and developing our organisation's role models and removing those who either can't or won't improve.

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Perhaps more importantly, Knight led English women's cricket into the professional era and was never anything less than a superb role model in the growth of the game.

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But, in this day and age, he is the role model citizen of what everybody should strive for in Major League Baseball.”

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That is great because young girls can have role models that they can feel and see their journey.

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"His family is outside, so inside the only role models he's got are those who are already in prison," he said.

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• example 
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