edification
Translation
enlightenment, instruction, moral improvement
Examples
He reads the classics for his own edification.
He reads the classics for his own edification.
The lecture was for the edification of the students.
The lecture was for the edification of the students.
Grammar Patterns
for ((sb.'s)) edification He reads for his own edification.
Similar Words
Synonyms: enlightenment, education, instruction
Etymology
From Latin 'aedificare' (to build). The meaning evolved from constructing a building to 'building up' the mind or character.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'edifice' (a large building). 'Edification' is about 'building' up your knowledge or morals.