Exemplary Definition

exemplary
adjective
  1. worthy of imitation; "exemplary behavior"; "model citizens"
  2. being or serving as an illustration of a type; "the free discussion that is emblematic of democracy"; "an action exemplary of his conduct"
  3. serving to warn; "shook a monitory finger at him"; "an exemplary jail sentence"

"Exemplary" in song lyrics

See how exemplary is used in real songs:

  • "houston exemplary"
    AOL — AOL

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