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Example (Noun)

Meaning 1

A representative form or pattern; "I profited from his example".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Model

Hypernyms

  • Internal Representation
  • Representation

Hyponyms

  • Lodestar
  • Type Specimen
  • Prefiguration
  • Guide
  • Microcosm
  • Prototype
  • Image
  • Original
  • Epitome
  • Pilot
  • Template

Related Words

  • Exemplify (verb)

Meaning 2

A task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding; "you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Synonyms

  • Exercise

Hypernyms

  • Lesson

Meaning 3

An item of information that is typical of a class or group; "this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome"; "there is an example on page 10".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

  • The new policy provides a good example of how the company is committed to sustainability.
  • This painting is a classic example of Renaissance art.
  • The teacher used a simple example to illustrate the concept of gravity.
  • The company's success is a notable example of how innovation can lead to growth.
  • The case study is a real-life example of how a business can turn around its fortunes.

Synonyms

  • Instance
  • Representative
  • Illustration

Hyponyms

  • Case In Point
  • Excuse

Related Words

  • Exemplary (adjective)
  • Exemplify (verb)

Meaning 4

Punishment intended as a warning to others; "they decided to make an example of him".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Deterrent Example
  • Object Lesson
  • Lesson

Hypernyms

  • Warning
  • Word Of Advice
  • Monition

Related Words

  • Exemplary (adjective)

Meaning 5

An occurrence of something; "it was a case of bad judgment"; "another instance occurred yesterday"; "but there is always the famous example of the Smiths".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural events.

Synonyms

  • Instance
  • Case

Hypernyms

  • Natural Event
  • Happening
  • Occurrence

Hyponyms

  • Mortification
  • Bit
  • Humiliation
  • Piece
  • Clip
  • Time

Related Words

  • Exemplify (verb)

Meaning 6

Something to be imitated; "an exemplar of success"; "a model of clarity"; "he is the very model of a modern major general".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Synonyms

  • Model
  • Exemplar
  • Good Example

Hypernyms

  • Ideal

Hyponyms

  • Pattern
  • Prodigy
  • Beauty
  • Pacesetter

Related Words

  • Exemplary (adjective)
  • Exemplify (verb)
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