exampled

Exampled is an English verb meaning to provide an example or to illustrate something by example. The form is the past tense of the hypothetical verb example, a usage that is rare in modern English and often regarded as nonstandard. Because the word example is far more commonly used as a noun, or as a rare verb, the past tense exampled appears primarily in historical texts, linguistic discussions, or pedagogical writings that explore unconventional constructions.

This verb form is typically replaced in contemporary prose by more common verbs such as illustrate, exemplify, show an example, or provide examples. When exampled is used, it usually denotes that several examples were given to clarify a point, but its sound and familiarity can make it seem archaic or playful. Its limited usage means it may not be understood by all readers without context.

Examples of usage are scarce and often found in older writings or experimental prose. For instance, a teacher might say: The instructor exampled several scenarios to clarify the concept. In some linguistic discussions, scholars may reference exampled as a historical note on how the word example has been used as a verb.

Not to be confused with exemplified, which is the past tense of exemplify, or with exemplify itself, which means to illustrate or to serve as an example. See also: example (word), exemplify, exemplification.