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How do you spell Paragon?

Correct spelling

paragon

Remember the Italian touchstone: PAR-A-GON, not paragone like the original Italian.

Why is paragon spelled this way?

From Italian paragone, a touchstone. A paragon is the standard against which everything else is tested — excellence that defines the measure.

Common misspellings of paragon

paragoneparagonparagaonparragon

Example

She was considered a paragon of virtue in her community.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell paragon?+
The correct spelling is "paragon". Remember the Italian touchstone: PAR-A-GON, not paragone like the original Italian.
Is it paragone or paragon?+
The correct spelling is "paragon", not "paragone".

Other commonly misspelled words

disparage disparity disposition disseminate

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