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paradigm
This term describes the invisible framework through which we perceive reality. It is not just a simple example, but the overarching set of assumptions that determine what is considered true or possible within a specific field of study or culture. In professional or academic settings, it carries a high level of formality. When people speak of a paradigm shift, they are describing a revolutionary change that renders previous ways of thinking obsolete, rather than a gradual improvement or a minor adjustment.
Countable when referring to a specific model or a distinct set of theoretical assumptions in a field of study.
Meanings
A typical example or pattern of something; a model.
"The new discovery created a paradigm for future research."
A distinct set of concepts or thought patterns, including theories and research methods, that define a scientific discipline.
"The shift from Newtonian physics to relativity represented a massive paradigm change."