as in education
the process by which one gains a greater understanding of something
They showed the children films that provided edification and not just entertainment.
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Recent Examples of edification
But for his own figural edification, Degas made lots of small sculptures, mostly of dancers, horses and bathers, subjects that also populated his paintings.
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Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2024
Traditionally, these sorts of pictures have allowed producers to peddle items of prurient interest under cover of edification, while maintaining an attitude of moral superiority that would have made little sense to the people the show is about.
—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 18 July 2024
For those watching, the purpose may be edification, entertainment or both.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2024
All edifications, criticism, and conclusions cannot keep us from his strange spell.
—Joy Williams, Harper's Magazine, 30 Mar. 2024
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Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times, 13 Aug. 2024
Traditionally, these sorts of pictures have allowed producers to peddle items of prurient interest under cover of edification, while maintaining an attitude of moral superiority that would have made little sense to the people the show is about.
—Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 18 July 2024
For those watching, the purpose may be edification, entertainment or both.
—Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2024
All edifications, criticism, and conclusions cannot keep us from his strange spell.
—Joy Williams, Harper's Magazine, 30 Mar. 2024
See All Example Sentences for edification
Recent Examples of Synonyms for edification
Noun
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Larger conversations about race, education and preparation are imperative.—
David Oliver,
USA Today,
9 May 2025
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The group focuses on education, research, and advocacy related to skin care.—
Alexandria Nyembwe,
Health,
8 May 2025
Noun
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From Titanic heritage to political murals, Belfast cruise port offers visitors a powerful mix of history, culture, and renewal.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Certainly, Tyla sporting the style has played a part in the prominence of boho braids in mainstream culture.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
4 May 2025
Noun
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Technical issues such as connectivity, platform usability, and digital literacy can further impact the student experience, especially for those in rural or underserved communities.—
Forbes.com,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Since 2017, the county office has hired an environmental literacy and sustainability coordinator, a green facilities and operations analyst in 2020, and, most recently, a director of sustainable facilities and construction, the California Department of Education said in a press release.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
Noun
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But there’s something abject about taking up such a fraught subject, wringing every ounce of suspense and dramatic potential out of it, and then backing away as though Tim’s arc is just another story of sad enlightenment.—
Sophie Gilbert,
The Atlantic,
8 Apr. 2025
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Participants in the 21-day program aim to reach the first of the four stages of enlightenment within Thai Theravada Buddhism.—
Brooke Schedneck,
The Conversation,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Nearby museums and nature reserves provide hands-on learning and cultural opportunities for children.—
Cassidy Randall,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Blippi's latest episodes are full of color, creatures, and kid-friendly learning.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
2 May 2025
Noun
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Make this required reading for the other 90 players.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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His hobbies include reading, listening to music and going on long, winding adventures on his road bike.—
Thomas Saccente,
Arkansas Online,
1 May 2025
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“Edification.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/edification. Accessed 15 May. 2025.
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