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paradigm

Pronunciation: [ˈpær.ə.daɪm]

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Learn how to use paradigm in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “similarity”

(noun) a model or example of something that helps us understand it better. Imagine you have a toy that shows how a real car works; that's a paradigm.

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The new teaching method is a paradigm for how to engage students more effectively.

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Using outdated paradigms can lead to confusion and misunderstanding.

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What makes a good paradigm for teaching math?

Context: “science”

(noun) a set of ideas or beliefs that guide how we think about and study something. If scientists follow a specific way of thinking about plants, that's their paradigm.

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The theory of evolution was a significant paradigm shift in biology.

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Sticking to an old paradigm may prevent new discoveries in science.

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How did the new paradigm change the way we understand diseases?

Context: “philosophy”

(noun) a framework or approach used to analyze and understand big questions. Just like a lens helps us see things more clearly, a paradigm helps us think more clearly about ideas.

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Her philosophical paradigm encourages exploring different viewpoints.

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An inflexible paradigm can limit our understanding of complex issues.

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What different paradigms can we use to explore ethical dilemmas?

How to pronounce paradigm

Pronunciation: [ˈpær.ə.daɪm]

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