Synonyms of exemplary

exemplary

adjective

ig-ˈzem-plə-rē 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• classic
• excellent
• superb
• exceptional
• perfect
• unique
• paradigmatic
• wonderful
• model
• definitive
• quintessential
• archetypical
• terrific
• archetypal
• great
• special
• prime
• imitable
• fine
• marvellous
• textbook
• ideal
• marvelous
• fantastic
• stellar
• flawless
• impeccable
• superlative
• splendid
• first-class
• first-rate
• superior
• fabulous
• sterling
• absolute
• top
• sensational
• unsurpassed
• nonpareil
• dandy
• par excellence
• choice
• top-notch
• nifty
• grand
• banner
• groovy
• fancy
• A1
• high-grade
• capital
• swell
• wizard
• primo
• keen
• tip-top
• crackerjack
• bang-up
• jim-dandy
• A-OK

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• poor
• unsatisfactory
• bad
• substandard
• inadequate
• atrocious
• typical
• ordinary
• vile
• normal
• wretched
• average
• inferior
• representative
• deficient
• disappointing
• low-grade
• execrable
• mediocre
• second-class
• failed
• second-rate

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• warning
• punitive
• cautionary
• admonitory
• monitory
• admonishing
• premonitory
• didactic
• moralistic
• cautioning
• counselling
• advisory
• moralizing
• punishing
• counseling

Examples of exemplary in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The medical professionals on the team are up-to-date with novel techniques to stay informed of the best way to give exemplary results to patients. —Tyler Shepherd, The Courier-Journal, 28 Sep. 2024

The 85-year-old filmmaker is seeking $15 million and further punitive and exemplary damages from defendants Variety Media LLC and journalists Brent Lang and Tatiana Siegel in the jury trial seeking complaint filed Tuesday in LA Superior Court. —Dominic Patten, Deadline, 11 Sep. 2024

As always, McCollum offers up an exemplary, gritty and undoubtedly country vocal styling. —Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 16 Sep. 2024

The resort has an outstanding diving center, which was recently named a PADI Eco Center for its exemplary conservation efforts. —Jessica Vincent, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2024

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