purification

noun

pu·​ri·​fi·​ca·​tion ˌpyu̇r-ə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

: the act or an instance of purifying or of being purified

Synonyms of purification

• cleansing
• salvation

Examples of purification in a Sentence

some people must undergo a ritual purification after certain activities

Recent Examples on the Web

Inspired by Olea Sancta, the sacred oils used in Catholic rituals of purification and blessing, the three vessels are presented in subtle shades of yellow, red and blue. — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Haruharu Wonder’s Rose PDRN, for example, is created from callus cells of the Damask rose through biotechnology and purification. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026

The new production pipeline combines ORNL’s isotope enrichment with PNNL’s chemical conversion, purification, and direct gas enrichment, creating a domestic source of semiconductor-grade materials for future quantum technologies. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 26 July 2026

The packages include food staples like rice, beans and cooking oil, as well as other items like soap, water purification tablets and solar lamps. — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing purification

• self-purification

Rhymes for purification

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration