edification

The word “edification” has 5 syllables: ed-i-fi-ca-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌɛdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for edification?

In the thesaurus, “edification” has 45 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for edification along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for edification

absorption
appreciation
apprehension
assimilation
awareness
betterment
bookishness
comprehension
consciousness
cultivation
culture
development
digestion
education
elevation
elucidation
enhancement
enlightenment
erudition
grasp
grip
guidance
hold
illumination
improvement
information
instruction
irradiation
knowledge
learnedness
learning
literacy
nurture
pedantry
perception
percipience
reading
realization
scholarship
schooling
teaching
tuition
understanding
uplifting
uptake

Antonyms for edification

destruction
ignorance
illiteracy
illiterateness
incomprehension
misapprehension
miscomprehension
misinterpretation
misperception
misunderstanding
noncomprehension
worsening

Meanings of edification

noun
1. The act of edifying, or the state of being edified or improved; a building process, especially morally, emotionally, or spiritually.
2. A building or edifice.

Example Sentences

The library serves as a center for edification, offering resources for intellectual growth and learning.
Through meaningful discussions, the book club aims to provide both entertainment and edification for its members.
Attending lectures on philosophy and history provides valuable opportunities for edification and personal enrichment.
The documentary series offers viewers a platform for cultural edification, exploring diverse perspectives and narratives.
In the pursuit of knowledge, one must seek edification not only through books but also through real-life experiences and interactions.

On this page you'll find 57 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to edification, such as: absorption, appreciation, apprehension, assimilation, awareness, betterment, bookishness.

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