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exemplary
[ɪɡˈzɛmpləri]
adjective
exemplar
1.
serving as a desirable model; worthy of imitation
She set an exemplary standard for her colleagues.
Ela estabeleceu um padrão exemplar para seus colegas.
2.
deserving or serving as a warning; cautionary
The court imposed exemplary damages as a punishment.
O tribunal impôs indenizações exemplares como punição.
3.
outstanding or excellent in quality
His exemplary behavior earned him respect.
Seu comportamento exemplar lhe rendeu respeito.
Synonyms
commendable
praiseworthy
excellent
outstanding
ideal
model
admirable
Antonyms
deplorable
reprehensible
shameful
poor
inferior
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
exemplar
most common usage across Brazil
Brazil
exemplar
used in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
exemplar
standard usage, identical to Brazilian Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
set an exemplary example
exemplary conduct
exemplary punishment
exemplary damages
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