VocabJLPT N1
model
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. exemplar
  2. 2. model
This noun means a model, example, or exemplary standard that others should follow or imitate. It is used to describe a person whose behavior is exemplary or a method that serves as the ideal approach. You'll often see it in educational, moral, and professional contexts where a standard of conduct is being held up for others.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

At the morning meeting, I called on everyone to "act as an example to those around you."

Sentence 2

That decision was praised as "a model response to the crisis!"

Sentence 3

Honestly, don't you ever get lost wondering who you're even supposed to look up to?

Sentence 4

Calling that attitude exemplary — that sounds a little sarcastic, doesn't it?

Sentence 5

We will document this response as a model example of customer service.