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exemplary

Adjective

IPA /ɪɡˈzempləri/

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So good in behaviour or quality that it provides a model for other people to follow.

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exemplary/ɪɡˈzempləri/

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Work is done exceptionally well
Others can learn from its standard

Exemplary work sets a good example for others to follow.

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The children showed exemplary patience during the long delay.
Her exemplary attention to detail earned praise from the project manager.

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exemplary — So good in behaviour or quality that it provides a model for other people to follow.

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Word origin

From Latin exemplaris, related to exemplum, meaning a sample or example.

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