| No. | Term | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | abstraction | a simplified representation of something |
| 2. | analog | a comparable thing in another form |
| 3. | apotheosis | the highest example of something |
| 4. | approach | a way of dealing with something |
| 5. | archetype | the original ideal example |
| 6. | baseline | a starting standard for comparison |
| 7. | beacon | a guiding example or signal |
| 8. | benchmark | a point of reference for judging |
| 9. | blueprint | a detailed plan to follow |
| 10. | case | an instance used as an example |
| 11. | cast | an object formed in a mold |
| 12. | clone | a thing made identical to another |
| 13. | construct | an abstract idea used as a model |
| 14. | copy | a thing made to match another |
| 15. | counterpart | a corresponding person or thing |
| 16. | demonstration | a showing of how something works |
| 17. | demonstrator | a thing used to demonstrate |
| 18. | depiction | a picture or description of something |
| 19. | design | a plan for how something looks |
| 20. | draft | a preliminary version of a plan |
| 21. | duplicate | an additional identical copy |
| 22. | embodiment | a personification of an idea |
| 23. | emulation | effort to match or imitate |
| 24. | equivalent | something equal in value or function |
| 25. | example | something that shows what to do |
| 26. | exemplar | a model example to imitate |
| 27. | exhibit | a displayed example or item |
| 28. | facsimile | an exact reproduction |
| 29. | figure | a human form used for display |
| 30. | form | the shape or configuration |
| 31. | formula | a set method to follow |
| 32. | frame of reference | a basis for judging something |
| 33. | framework | a basic structure to build on |
| 34. | graph | a diagram showing relationships |
| 35. | guide | something that directs your actions |
| 36. | guidepost | something that guides decisions |
| 37. | icon | a widely recognized symbol figure |
| 38. | ideal | a perfect example to aim for |
| 39. | idealization | a simplified perfect representation |
| 40. | illustration | an example that explains something |
| 41. | imitation | a copy made to resemble |
| 42. | instance | a particular example of something |
| 43. | iteration | a repeated version in a series |
| 44. | kind | a sort or type of thing |
| 45. | layout | the arrangement of elements |
| 46. | likeness | a representation resembling someone |
| 47. | lodestar | a guiding example or ideal |
| 48. | mannequin | a human-shaped display figure |
| 49. | map | a representation of an area |
| 50. | maquette | a small preliminary sculpture model |
| 51. | master | the original used to make copies |
| 52. | matrix | a mold or framework for forming |
| 53. | method | a way of doing something |
| 54. | miniature | a small-scale representation |
| 55. | mock-up | a full-size preliminary version |
| 56. | mold | a form used to shape material |
| 57. | norm | a usual standard or pattern |
| 58. | north star | a guiding goal or reference |
| 59. | outline | a basic plan or summary |
| 60. | paradigm | a typical example or pattern |
| 61. | pattern | a design to copy or follow |
| 62. | plan | a proposed way of doing something |
| 63. | prop | an object used as a stand-in |
| 64. | prototype | an early test version |
| 65. | proxy | a stand-in acting for another |
| 66. | quintessence | the most perfect example |
| 67. | reference point | a point used for comparison |
| 68. | rendering | a visual depiction of a design |
| 69. | replica | an exact copy of something |
| 70. | representation | a depiction of something |
| 71. | representative | a person standing for a group |
| 72. | rule | a guiding principle to follow |
| 73. | schema | an organized framework or plan |
| 74. | simulation | an imitation of a real process |
| 75. | sketch | a rough drawing or plan |
| 76. | stand-in | a substitute in place of another |
| 77. | standard | a level used for comparison |
| 78. | structure | the arrangement of parts |
| 79. | substitute | a replacement for something else |
| 80. | surrogate | a substitute used in place |
| 81. | template | a preset form to follow |
| 82. | test case | an example used for testing |
| 83. | testbed | a setting for trying out ideas |
| 84. | touchstone | a basis for comparison |
| 85. | trial version | a version used for testing |
| 86. | type | a kind or category example |
| 87. | understudy | stand-in performer for a role |
| 88. | use case | an example of intended use |
| 89. | user story | scenario describing user needs |
| 90. | variant | a slightly different form |
| 91. | version | a particular form of something |
| 92. | virtual prototype | digital early version for testing |
| 93. | virtual replica | digital copy used for simulation |
| 94. | visualization | visual representation of data or ideas |
| 95. | walkthrough | step-by-step demonstration of a process |
| 96. | way of working | method used to do a task |
| 97. | wireframe | basic structural layout of a design |
| 98. | working prototype | a functioning early version |
| 99. | workup | preliminary version developed for evaluation |
| 100. | yardstick | a standard for measuring success |