example

/ɛɡˈzæmpl/

Definitions

1. noun

a particular instance or occurrence of a situation or event

“The company’s success is an example of good business practices.”

2. verb

to show or illustrate something, especially a method or procedure

“She will example the new software to the team tomorrow.”

3. noun

a person or thing that is typical or representative of a particular group or class

“The movie character is an example of the struggles of a single mother.”

4. adjective

serving as a model or guide for what to do or how to do something

“The example set by the team’s captain inspired the rest of the players.”

Synonyms

  • illustration
  • instance

Antonyms

  • counterexample
  • exception