paragon

noun

A model of excellence or perfection of a kind; a peerless example.

noun

An unflawed diamond weighing at least 100 carats.

noun

A very large spherical pearl.

noun

A type size of 20 points.

transitive verb

To compare; parallel.

transitive verb

To equal; match.

noun

A model or pattern; especially, a model or pattern of special excellence or perfection.

noun

A companion; fellow; mate.

noun

A rival.