Definition of examples

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  • examples is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 19
  • examples is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 19
  • examples is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 22

Definition of examples

  • a representative form or pattern (noun)

    Examples

    1. I profited from his example

    Synonyms

    1. model
  • something to be imitated (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. exemplar
    2. good example
    3. model
  • an occurrence of something (noun)

    Examples

    1. but there is always the famous example of the Smiths

    Synonyms

    1. case
    2. instance
  • an item of information that is typical of a class or group (noun)

    Examples

    1. this patient provides a typical example of the syndrome
    2. there is an example on page 10

    Synonyms

    1. illustration
    2. instance
    3. representative
  • punishment intended as a warning to others (noun)

    Examples

    1. they decided to make an example of him

    Synonyms

    1. deterrent example
    2. lesson
    3. object lesson
  • a task performed or problem solved in order to develop skill or understanding (noun)

    Examples

    1. you must work the examples at the end of each chapter in the textbook

    Synonyms

    1. exercise

See definition of examples in Merriam Webster