modelled

[ˈmɒd(ə)ld]

modelled Definition

  • 1fashion or shape (a three-dimensional figure or object) according to a particular design or pattern
  • 2serve as a model for others to copy

Using modelled: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "modelled" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The statue was modelled in clay before being cast in bronze.

  • Example

    She modelled the dress after a design she saw in a magazine.

  • Example

    The teacher modelled the correct pronunciation for the students to follow.

  • Example

    The new product is modelled on the successful one from last year.

modelled Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for modelled

Phrases with modelled

  • to try to be like someone you admire and respect

    Example

    She has always modelled herself on her mother, who is a successful businesswoman.

  • to base something on a particular idea or example

    Example

    The new housing development was modelled on traditional English villages.

  • to create something that is similar to something else

    Example

    The company modelled its new software after a successful competitor's product.

Origins of modelled

from Middle French 'modelle', from Italian 'modello', from Latin 'modulus', meaning 'measure'

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Summary: modelled in Brief

The verb 'modelled' [ˈmɒd(ə)ld] means to fashion or shape a three-dimensional figure or object according to a particular design or pattern. It can also mean to serve as a model for others to copy. The phrase 'model oneself on someone' means to try to be like someone you admire and respect, while 'model something on something' means to base something on a particular idea or example.