Definition

1. Verb:
   • To illustrate or clarify by providing a concrete example: To make something clear or show what something means by giving a specific instance or case.
   • To be a typical or characteristic example of something: To serve as a representative model or instance that embodies the qualities of a larger group or concept.

Examples of Usage

• Verb:
  • The teacher used a simple story to exemplify the concept of kindness.
  • This painting perfectly exemplifies the artist's early style.
  • Can you exemplify your argument with data from the study?

Advanced Usage

• "to exemplify something": To serve as a prime or classic example of a particular quality, principle, or trend.
  • His leadership exemplifies integrity and courage.
• Passive Voice: Often used in academic or descriptive writing.
  • The problem is exemplified by the recent decline in sales.

Variants and Related Words

• Exemplification (n): The act of exemplifying; something that serves as an example.
  • The case study is a clear exemplification of the theory.
• Exemplary (adj): Serving as a desirable model; very good.
  • She received an award for her exemplary conduct.
• Example (n): A thing characteristic of its kind or illustrating a general rule.
  • This is a classic example of Gothic architecture.

Synonyms

• Illustrate: To explain or make something clear by using examples, pictures, or diagrams.
• Demonstrate: To show clearly by giving proof or evidence.
• Represent: To be an example or embodiment of a quality or type.
• Epitomize: To be a perfect example of a particular quality or type.

Related Phrases

• To serve as an example: To function as a model for others.
  • His dedication serves as an example to all of us.
• A case in point: An example that illustrates what is being discussed.
  • The recent software failure is a case in point.

Verb

1. clarify by giving an example of
2. be characteristic of
   • This compositional style is exemplified by this fugue