9+ Synonyms for Exemplary & Similar Words

Definition of 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"

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"Exemplary" in song lyrics

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