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edification

 

[ ˌɛdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

personal growth

Edification refers to the instruction or improvement of a person morally or intellectually. It often emphasizes the process of gaining knowledge and understanding, leading to personal development and enlightenment.

Synonyms

education, enlightenment, improvement, instruction

Examples of usage

  • Reading classic literature can lead to great edification.
  • The seminar was aimed at the edification of the participants.
  • He sought edification through various educational programs.

Translations

Translations of the word "edification" in other languages:

🇵🇹 edificação

🇮🇳 निर्माण

🇩🇪 Erbauung

🇮🇩 pendidikan

🇺🇦 освіта

🇵🇱 edifikacja

🇯🇵 啓発

🇫🇷 édification

🇪🇸 edificación

🇹🇷 inşa

🇰🇷 건축

🇸🇦 بناء

🇨🇿 vzdělání

🇸🇰 výchova

🇨🇳 建设

🇸🇮 izobraževanje

🇮🇸 bygging

🇰🇿 құрылыс

🇬🇪 ნაშრომი

🇦🇿 tikinti

🇲🇽 edificación

Etymology

The word 'edification' derives from the Latin 'aedificatio', which means 'to build or construct'. This Latin term itself originates from 'aedes', meaning 'building', combined with the suffix '-ficare', which indicates the action of making or doing. The term entered the English language in the late 14th century, initially referring to the act of building or constructing. Over time, its meaning shifted towards the intellectual and moral aspects of personal growth, associated with the building up of character and knowledge. The usage of the term often appeared in religious or philosophical contexts, where the idea of edifying oneself through learning and virtuous living became a central theme. Today, 'edification' is widely used to describe the process of enhancing one's understanding and moral character through education and self-improvement.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,036, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.