exemplify
verb
ex·em·pli·fy
ig-ˈzem-plə-ˌfī 
exemplified; exemplifying
1
: to show or illustrate by example
anecdotes exemplifying those virtues
2
: to make an attested copy or transcript of (a document) under seal
3
a
: to be an instance of or serve as an example : embody
she exemplifies the qualities of a good leader
b
: to be typical of
a dish that exemplifies French cuisine
Examples of exemplify in a Sentence
His works exemplify the taste of the period.
The city's economic growth is exemplified by the many new buildings that are currently under construction.
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Even amid geopolitical strains, Chinese pop culture continues to captivate Americans in unexpected ways — exemplified by Labubu, a mischievous vinyl art toy from China that has become a cult sensation among Western collectors.
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Vivian Toh, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
The peasants followed out of a need to earn a living, but they were frequently corrupted by the ideals of luxury and idleness exemplified by the rich, further driving them into poverty.
—Ben Woollard, JSTOR Daily, 18 June 2025
Two Career Achievement awards will be presented to film editors of outstanding merit, and the Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year honor will be given to a filmmaker who exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 17 June 2025
Protesters worry the scenic and often visited city is being exploited by wealthy tourists as exemplified by Bezos’ nuptials.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 17 June 2025
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Vivian Toh, Forbes.com, 23 June 2025
The peasants followed out of a need to earn a living, but they were frequently corrupted by the ideals of luxury and idleness exemplified by the rich, further driving them into poverty.
—Ben Woollard, JSTOR Daily, 18 June 2025
Two Career Achievement awards will be presented to film editors of outstanding merit, and the Golden Eddie Filmmaker of the Year honor will be given to a filmmaker who exemplifies distinguished achievement in the art and business of film.
—Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 17 June 2025
Protesters worry the scenic and often visited city is being exploited by wealthy tourists as exemplified by Bezos’ nuptials.
—Brian Niemietz, New York Daily News, 17 June 2025
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“Exemplify.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exemplify. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
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exemplify
verb
ex·em·pli·fy
ig-ˈzem-plə-ˌfī
exemplified; exemplifying
1
: to show by example
the story exemplifies the virtue of generosity
2
: to serve as an example of
she exemplifies a good leader
exemplification
noun
-ˌzem-plə-fə-ˈkā-shən
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