role model

noun

: a person whose behavior in a particular role is imitated by others

Examples of role model in a Sentence

Athletes should remember that they are role models.
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Each honoree was chosen for their outstanding commitment, creativity, leadership, and for serving as a role model for their peers. News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 June 2025 Their juvenile eagerness seemed to conspire against their equestrian role models in confusing ways. Literary Hub, 3 June 2025 Leaders can do this by being a role model for healthy work-life boundaries, encouraging staff to consider their own wellbeing as well as the wellbeing of their colleagues, and by allowing real time for focus by eliminating non-essential practices and procedures. Melissa A. Wheeler, Forbes.com, 29 May 2025 His mom inspired him to get into acting Camryn isn’t only her son’s biggest fan, but his role model. Emily Weaver, People.com, 26 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for role model

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First Known Use

1947, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of role model was in 1947

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“Role model.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/role%20model. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

role model

noun
: a person whose behavior in a certain role is imitated by others

Medical Definition

role model

noun
: a person whose behavior in a particular role is imitated by others
watching our parents and other role models deal with conflictMelody Beattie

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