English adjective: exemplary | |||
1. | exemplary worthy of imitation | ||
Samples | Exemplary behavior. Model citizens. | ||
Synonyms | model | ||
Similar | worthy | ||
Antonyms | unworthy | ||
2. | exemplary being or serving as an illustration of a type | ||
Samples | The free discussion that is emblematic of democracy. An action exemplary of his conduct. | ||
Synonyms | emblematic, typic | ||
Similar | typical | ||
Antonyms | atypical, untypical | ||
3. | exemplary serving to warn | ||
Samples | Shook a monitory finger at him. An exemplary jail sentence. | ||
Synonyms | admonitory, cautionary, monitory, warning | ||
Similar | dissuasive | ||
Antonyms | persuasive | ||