Par″a‐gon, v. t. [Cf. OF. paragonner, F. parangonner.]
1. To compare; to parallel; to put in rivalry or emulation with. Sir P. Sidney.
2. To compare with; to equal; to rival. Spenser.
In arms anon to paragon the morn,
The morn new rising. Glover.
3. To serve as a model for; to surpass.
He hath achieved a maid
That paragons description and wild fame. Shak.