Model — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb adjective /ˈmä-dᵊl/ mod·el

Meaning & Definition of Model

Model (noun)

  1. a usually miniature representation of something; also, a pattern of something to be made
  2. a type or design of product (such as a car)
  3. a type or design of clothing

Model (verb)

  1. to construct or fashion in imitation of a particular model
  2. to shape or fashion in a plastic material
  3. to produce a representation or simulation of

Model (adjective)

  1. serving as or capable of serving as a pattern
  2. being a usually miniature representation of something

Model (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. an exact representation of something in greatly reduced size

    "the dollhouse was a tiny, perfect model of the family's actual house"

    similar: miniature
    related: carbon, carbon copy, clone, copy, dummy, dupe, duplicate, duplication, facsimile, imitation, mock, reduplication, replica, replication, reproduction, dwarf, midget, mini, pocket edition, pygmy
    near: archetype, original, prototype, blowup, enlargement

  2. a person who poses with or wears merchandise (as clothes) often for pictorial advertising

    "the most famous models can earn thousands of dollars an hour"

    similar: manikin, mannequin
    related: figure, form, doll, dummy, spokesmodel, supermodel

  3. someone of such unequaled perfection as to deserve imitation

    "she's the very model of the dedicated teacher"

    similar: beau ideal, classic, eidolon, exemplar, idea, ideal, nonesuch, nonpareil, paragon, patron saint
    related: role model, embodiment, epitome, incarnation, manifestation, personification, phantom, pink, archetype, example, mirror, paradigm, pattern, guideline, principle, rule, gauge, standard, touchstone, essence, quintessence, acme, apex, apotheosis, culmination, peak, pinnacle, summit, zenith

Model (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated

    "why can't you be like your sister, who is such a well-behaved model child?"

    similar: archetypal, classic, definitive, exemplary, imitable, paradigmatic, quintessential, textbook
    related: ideal, nonpareil, special, unique, absolute, flawless, impeccable, perfect, A-OK, A1, bang-up, banner, capital, choice, crackerjack, dandy, excellent, fabulous, fantastic, fine, first-class, first-rate, grand, great, groovy, jim-dandy, keen, marvelous, nifty, par excellence, prime, primo (slang), sensational, splendid, stellar, sterling, superb, superior, superlative, swell, terrific, tip-top, top, top-notch, unsurpassed, wizard (chiefly British), wonderful, exceptional, fancy, high-grade
    near: bad, low-grade, poor, substandard, unsatisfactory, atrocious, execrable, vile, wretched, deficient, disappointing, failed, inadequate, inferior, average, normal, ordinary, representative, typical, mediocre, second-class, second-rate

Model (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in match, pattern

    similar: customize, gear, match, pattern, acclimate, acclimatize, accommodate, adapt, adjust, condition, conform, doctor, edit, fashion, fit, put, shape, suit, tailor, readapt, readjust, attune, correct, harmonize, square, tune, establish, root, settle, acquaint, familiarize, orient, orientate, equip, prepare, prime, rehearse, harden, inure, season, toughen, alter, convert, make over, modify, recast, reclaim, recycle, redesign, redevelop, redo, reengineer, refashion, refigure, refit, refocus, reinvent, rejigger, remake, remodel, revamp, revise, rework, transform
    opposite: misadjust

Related Entry: Role model (noun)

Role model is a different word from Model. The synonyms below are for role model, not for model.

  1. someone who another person admires and tries to be like

    "Parents need to be good role models for their children."

    "Athletes should remember that they are role models."

    similar: embodiment, epitome, incarnation, manifestation, personification, phantom, pink, beau ideal, classic, eidolon, exemplar, idea, ideal, model, nonesuch, nonpareil, paragon, patron saint, archetype, example, mirror, paradigm, pattern, guideline, principle, rule, gauge, standard, touchstone, essence, quintessence, acme, apex, apotheosis, culmination, peak, pinnacle, summit, zenith

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Model

The most common words with a similar meaning to Model:

miniature, manikin, mannequin, beau ideal, classic, eidolon, exemplar, idea, ideal, nonesuch, nonpareil, paragon, patron saint, archetypal, definitive, exemplary, imitable, paradigmatic, quintessential, textbook, customize, gear, match, pattern, acclimate, acclimatize, accommodate, adapt, adjust, condition, conform, doctor, edit, fashion, fit, put, shape, suit, tailor, readapt

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Model

Words with the opposite meaning of Model:

misadjust

Related Words for Model

carbon, carbon copy, clone, copy, dummy, dupe, duplicate, duplication, facsimile, imitation, mock, reduplication, replica, replication, reproduction, dwarf, midget, mini, pocket edition, pygmy, figure, form, doll, spokesmodel, supermodel, role model, embodiment, epitome, incarnation, manifestation

Near Antonyms of Model

archetype, original, prototype, blowup, enlargement, bad, low-grade, poor, substandard, unsatisfactory, atrocious, execrable, vile, wretched, deficient, disappointing, failed, inadequate, inferior, average, normal, ordinary, representative, typical, mediocre, second-class, second-rate

Word Forms of Model

Inflections: modeled, modelled, modeling, modelling

Derived words: modeler (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Model

Middle French modelle, from Old Italian modello, from Vulgar Latin *modellus, from Latin modulus small measure, from modus

First known use: 1570

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Model

Words & Phrases Containing Model

model oneself after, model oneself on, animal model, color model, language model, large language model, role model

Frequently Asked Questions about Model

What does "Model" mean?

"Model" means a usually miniature representation of something; also, a pattern of something to be made. As an a noun, a verb and an adjective, it is defined as: a usually miniature representation of something; also, a pattern of something to be made. It has 5 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Model"?

Other words for "Model" include miniature, manikin, mannequin, beau ideal, classic, eidolon, exemplar and idea. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Model" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Model"?

There are 184 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Model". Common alternatives include miniature, manikin, mannequin, beau ideal, classic, eidolon, exemplar, idea, ideal and nonesuch.

What is the opposite of "Model"?

Antonyms of "Model" include misadjust. Near antonyms include archetype, original, prototype and blowup.

How do you use "Model" in a sentence?

Examples of "Model" in a sentence: "the dollhouse was a tiny, perfect model of the family's actual house"; "the most famous models can earn thousands of dollars an hour"; "she's the very model of the dedicated teacher".

Is "Model" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Model" can be used as a noun, a verb and an adjective, depending on the context.

Is "Model" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A2-level word, "Model" is typical of Cambridge A2 Key (KET), PTE Academic 30–42, TOEIC Listening & Reading 225+.

How do you pronounce "Model"?

"Model" is pronounced /ˈmä-dᵊl/ and divided into syllables as mod·el.