Question

what is the meaning of the word paragon as used in the passage? although adam wasnt a particularly sentimental type in general, he had always held up his grandmother, a lifelong teacher and caretaker, as an ideal to aspire to. her devotion to the well - being of others made her, in adams eyes, a paragon of selflessness. a perfect model a strong advocate a familiar example

Explanation:

The context shows Adam sees his grandmother as an ideal to aspire to due to her self - less devotion. "Paragon" means a perfect example or model in this context.

Answer:

a perfect model