exemplify

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ex·em·pli·fy | \ ig-ˈzem-plə-ˌfī

exemplified; exemplifying

Definition of exemplify

transitive verb

1 : to show or illustrate by example anecdotes exemplifying those virtues

2 : to make an attested copy or transcript of (a document) under seal

3a : 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

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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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