verbformal
to be a clear example of something
Her career exemplifies the value of hard work.
Common phrases & grammar
exemplify a principle · exemplify excellence
American English
How to pronounce exemplifies
verbB2
ihgZEHMpluhfaiz
/ɪgˈzɛm.pləˌfaɪz/
4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Related entry: exemplify
to be a clear example of something
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
verbformal
to show something clearly by giving an example
This case exemplifies the dangers of online fraud.
Common phrases & grammar
exemplify a point · clearly exemplify
Related words & forms
The final y changes to i before -es and -ed: exemplifies, exemplified.