exemplar
/ig'zemplə/
Definition
- Noun:
- A person or thing serving as a typical example or excellent model to be imitated or admired: An "exemplar" represents the ideal qualities of something, often used as a standard for comparison or emulation.
- A typical instance or representative of a category: It can also refer to a specimen or an example that perfectly illustrates the characteristics of a class or group.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- She is considered an exemplar of integrity in the field of journalism.
- This ancient manuscript is an exemplar of early calligraphy.
- The company's handling of the crisis became an exemplar for the entire industry.
Advanced Usage
- "to serve as an exemplar": to function as a model or standard.
- His dedication serves as an exemplar for all new employees.
- "moral exemplar": a person who embodies high ethical standards.
- The teacher was a moral exemplar in the community.
Variants and Related Words
- Exemplary (adj): Serving as a desirable model; representing the best of its kind.
- Her exemplary conduct earned her a promotion.
- Exemplify (verb): To be a typical example of; to illustrate by example.
- This case exemplifies the challenges we face.
Synonyms
- Paragon: A person or thing regarded as a perfect example of a particular quality.
- Epitome: A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type.
- Archetype: A very typical example of a certain person or thing; the original model.
- Ideal: A person or thing regarded as perfect.
Related Phrases
- "an exemplar of virtue": a perfect model of moral excellence.
- In the story, the knight was an exemplar of virtue.
- "to set an exemplar": to establish a model for others to follow.
- The founder set an exemplar of hard work and innovation.
Noun
- something to be imitated
- an exemplar of success
- a model of clarity
- he is the very model of a modern major general
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