Paradigm

A typical example or pattern, or a model for understanding a field.

model pattern

A paradigm is a typical example or pattern of something; it is also a model or framework for understanding and approaching a particular field.

/ˈpærədaɪm/

It originates from the Greek word 'paradeigma,' meaning 'pattern' or 'example.'

A paradigm is like a common way of thinking about something, such as how scientists study the universe or how artists create paintings.

Thomas Kuhn popularized the term 'paradigm shift' in his book 'The Structure of Scientific Revolutions'
Different fields, like science and art, have their own paradigms
The concept helps explain how understanding changes over time

What is a paradigm? A paradigm is a typical example or pattern of something
How are paradigms used? They provide a framework for understanding and approaching a field or subject
Can paradigms change? Yes, scientific and philosophical paradigms can evolve over time as new discoveries are made

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