Exemplary
/ɪɡˈzɛm.plə.ri/
Definitions
- (adj.) Serving as a desirable model or example.
The judge praised the officer for her exemplary conduct during the investigation.
- (adj.) Serving as a warning or deterrent through punishment.
The court imposed exemplary damages to deter future misconduct.
Forms
- exemplarily
- exemplariness
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'exemplary' often relates to punitive damages intended to deter wrongful conduct, distinct from compensatory purposes.
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