exemplary

adjective

ig-ˈzem-plə-rē How to pronounce exemplary (audio)
Definition of exemplarynext
1
as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated as a hospital volunteer you have given exemplary service to your community

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2
as in warning
serving as or offering a warning armies have traditionally used public execution as an exemplary punishment for the crime of desertion

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Recent Examples of exemplary The award honors exemplary performance in school leadership by a principal or head of school who has had a significant and sustained positive impact on the school, created a culture of inclusivity, and delivered dramatic student growth, according to information from the Golden Apple Foundation. — Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2025 The training, expertise, and professionalism demonstrated by our FedEx pilots was exemplary. — Michael Dorgan, Fox News, 1 Mar. 2025 Similarly, in family matters, valuable advice came from both exemplary parents and those who had experienced great loss. — Jamie Hopkins, Forbes, 4 Mar. 2025 The cook is at ease in her kitchen and boasts exemplary knife skills. — Philip Tinari, Artforum, 1 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for exemplary
Recent Examples of Synonyms for exemplary
  1. classic
  2. warning
  3. excellent
  4. punitive
  5. superb
  6. exceptional
  7. perfect
  8. unique
Adjective
  • San Lorenzo, the on-site restaurant, masterfully fuses Italian cuisine with classic New Orleans flavors.
    — Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2025
  • From gingerbread and cookies to classic puddings and biscuits, this chef's 1866 cookbook paved the way for Southern cooking today.
    — Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of classic
Adjective
  • The bureau also will post more warning notices at 750 livestock sale facilities and review other potential changes to federal regulations.
    — SCOTT SONNER, Star Tribune, 27 July 2021
  • In response, statistical authorities around the world could do little but issue warning press releases.
    — Andrew Whitby, Time, 17 Apr. 2020
Definition of warning
Adjective
  • The retailer’s quarter last week is somehow being regarded as less than excellent.
    — Kevin Stankiewicz, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The Next Chapter in Glenlivet's 200-Year Legacy The Glenlivet brand has been synonymous with excellent single malt since the dawn of the category.
    — Mark Littler, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of excellent
Adjective
  • Countries targeted by the levies have also taken or threatened punitive measures that could restrict their demand for U.S. exports.
    — Chloe Taylor, CNBC, 7 Mar. 2025
  • For example, harm reduction messaging must consider the potential negative impacts of new policies, such as black markets, regressive taxes and the stigma or negative consequences resulting from punitive measures.
    — Markus Lindblad, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
Definition of punitive
Adjective
  • The voice cast is superb right down the line, especially Harrelson’s Mr. Peanut.
    — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 7 Mar. 2025
  • The goaltenders were superb as Ethan Bauer had 34 saves for Belmont, while Graham Emerick turned aside 35 for Winchester.
    — Danny Ventura, Boston Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
Definition of superb
Adjective
  • One exceptional find this season is Ashlyn —founded by the South Korean designer Ashlynn Park—which had a number of looks on display in an art gallery in Paris’ first arrondissement.
    — Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
  • The core motion module is capable of a maximum joint torque of 300 N·m, a peak torque density of 203 N·m/kg, and exceptional mobility with a walking speed of 2 m/s, along with a natural human-like gait.
    — Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 8 Mar. 2025
Definition of exceptional
Adjective
  • In fact, enough people fret over their sleep data trying to get a perfect night’s sleep that sleep specialists have coined a term for the behavior: orthosomnia.
    — Sandee LaMotte, CNN, 10 Mar. 2025
  • The official trailer for You season five shows that even having the seemingly perfect life isn’t enough for Joe Goldberg.
    — Carly Thomas, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of perfect
Adjective
  • The seemingly darker avant-garde direction the Grammy winner appeared to be heading signaled for many fans a return to the unique Gaga sounds that characterized peerless projects like The Fame Monster and Artpop.
    — Chris Malone Mendez, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
  • Watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings on Disney+ Eternals After exterminating the invasive Deviants, the Eternals, a group of ancient heroes with unique powers, separate for 500 years.
    — Jacqueline Weiss, People.com, 8 Mar. 2025
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