# exemplify

/ɪɡˈzɛmpɫəˌfaɪ/ (US) · /ɛɡzˈɛmplɪfˌaɪ/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/exemplify
Updated: 2026-05-30

## Definition

to be a perfect example of something. You use this when you want to say that someone or something shows the best qualities of a group or idea.

For teachers: to serve as a typical or representative example of a quality, belief, or type. Transitive — requires a direct object.

## Examples

- The young athlete exemplifies the spirit of the team.
- This new law exemplifies the government's commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development.
- While many architects focus on aesthetics, this particular building exemplifies the perfect balance between functional design and historical preservation.

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