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EXAMPLE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Example.

How to pronounce example:

US

Example - as a noun

An item of information that is typical of a class or group

Example: "This patient provides a typical example of the syndrome"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
illustration12instance10representative19
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
information16
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Something to be imitated

Example: "An exemplar of success"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exemplar19good examplemodel8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ideal6
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Punishment intended as a warning to others

Example: "They decided to make an example of him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deterrent examplelesson6object lesson

An occurrence of something

Example: "It was a case of bad judgment"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
case6instance10
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
happening17natural eventoccurrence16occurrent13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding

Example: "You must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
exercise17

Example - as a verb

To be illustrated or exemplified (by).

Example Sentences

"Can you give me an example of how to use this word in a sentence?"
"She set a good example for the others to follow."
"The professor provided several examples to illustrate the concept."
"For example, the color red symbolizes passion and love."
"I need an example of what the finished product should look like."
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Word Game Points

Is EXAMPLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, example is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXAMPLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is EXAMPLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, example is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXAMPLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is EXAMPLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, example is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXAMPLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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