Definition of EXEMPLUM

exemplum

Plural: exempla

Noun

  • An example or model, especially a moralizing or illustrative one.
  • An example.
  • A story demonstrating a moral point; a parable.

Examples

  • The teacher shared an EXEMPLUM of a brilliantly executed Scrabble play to inspire her students.

Origin / Etymology

Borrowed from Latin exemplum (“example”). Doublet of example and sample.

Scrabble Score: 21

exemplum: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
exemplum: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
exemplum: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 26

exemplum: valid Words With Friends Word