exemplary
adjective
[ ɪɡˈzɛmpləri ]
• serving as a desirable model; very good.
• "exemplary behaviour"
Similar:
perfect,
ideal,
model,
faultless,
without fault,
copybook,
flawless,
impeccable,
consummate,
excellent,
outstanding,
exceptional,
admirable,
fine,
very good,
commendable,
laudable,
praiseworthy,
meritorious,
honourable,
estimable,
above/beyond reproach,
blameless,
irreproachable,
unimpeachable,
applaudable,
• (of a punishment) serving as a warning or deterrent.
• "exemplary sentencing may discourage the violent minority"
Origin:
late 16th century: from late Latin exemplaris, from Latin exemplum ‘sample, imitation’ (see example).
