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edification

 

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Noun edification has 1 sense
  1. edification, sophistication - uplifting enlightenment
    --1 is a kind of enlightenment
    --1 has particulars: disenchantment, disillusion, disillusionment
    Derived form: verb edify1

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Edification

Definition:

The noun edification refers to the act of instructing or enlightening someone in order to improve their knowledge or character.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Education or instruction for moral, intellectual, or spiritual enlightenment.

Example sentence: The library is a great source of edification for those seeking knowledge and personal growth.

Sense 2:

The general process of self-improvement or self-enlightenment.

Example sentence: Traveling solo can be a powerful tool for edification as it exposes you to different cultures and perspectives.

Sense 3:

Building or construction, especially in a moral or spiritual sense.

Example sentence: The church's renovation project served as an act of edification, symbolizing the community's dedication to their faith.

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