prototypes

NOUN

original, example

Synonyms

STRONGEST

mock-up model precursor

STRONG

ancestor antecedent archetype criterion first forerunner ideal norm paradigm pattern precedent predecessor standard type

WEAK

antecessor

Antonyms

STRONG

descendant

Example Sentences

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The reactor designs -- whose prototypes operate under a special government waiver -- still need to be cleared by the US nuclear regulator, the NRC.

From Barron's • Jun. 28, 2026

The astronauts will begin training immediately on Orion systems while also supporting the development and testing of the Blue Origin and SpaceX lander prototypes that will be used during the mission.

From Science Daily • Jun. 11, 2026

Rather, it is contingent on research-and-development-based milestones, which Chief Development Officer Trevor Lanting said includes the delivery of prototypes.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Fears for Adobe were heightened last week when AI company Anthropic unveiled Claude Design, which ‌allows ⁠users to create designs, prototypes and presentations using its chatbot.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 22, 2026

We kept working on our project, finishing up our paper prototypes and playing around with some app-building software.

From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas