exemplary
Exemplary (adj) means So good that it serves as a model for others to follow. Example: “Her exemplary conduct earned her a promotion within a year.”
How to use exemplary
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishWorth using as an example — either because it's excellent, or as a warning.
Word forms
more exemplary comparative, exemplaries plural, most exemplary superlative
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Etymology
From Latin exemplaris, from exemplum, "example, sample."
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What does “exemplary” mean?
The word “exemplary” means so good that it serves as a model for others to follow. In plain terms, worth using as an example — either because it's excellent, or as a warning.
How do you pronounce “exemplary”?
“Exemplary” is pronounced ihg-ZEHMP-luh-ree (/ɪɡˈzɛmpləɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “exemplary” in a sentence?
Here is “exemplary” used in a sentence: “Her exemplary conduct earned her a promotion within a year.”
What is another word for “exemplary”?
Words with a similar meaning to “exemplary” include exemplar and paradigm.
What part of speech is “exemplary”?
“Exemplary” is an adjective.
Where does the word “exemplary” come from?
The word “exemplary” comes from Latin. From Latin exemplaris, from exemplum, "example, sample.".
Is “exemplary” a common word?
“Exemplary” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “exemplary” have?
“Exemplary” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: so good that it serves as a model for others to follow.