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exemplar Synonyms
Another word for exemplar
Choosing another word for exemplar depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A person or thing serving as a typical example or an admirable model to be imitated.
Usage Example
"Her dedication to public service made her an epitome of civic responsibility."
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epitome
paragon
model
ideal
Strong
archetype
prototype
role model
standard
paradigm
• noun (Context 2)
An original manuscript or book from which a copy or transcription is made, or an individual copy of a book or print.
Usage Example
"The medieval scribe carefully examined the monastic original before copying the text onto fresh parchment."
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original
specimen
copy
sample
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Exemplar. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/exemplar