EDIFYING Synonyms: 122 Similar and Opposite Words

edifying 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of edifying

as in explanatory

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as in uplifting

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verb

present participle of edify

as in educating

to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding a family-oriented show that tried to edify the television audience as well as entertain it

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Recent Examples of edifying

Adjective

That leap into truth was very edifying for me. — Carita Rizzo, Deadline, 15 June 2026 The process by which that happens, however, is unlikely to be an edifying one. — Noah Feldman, Mercury News, 9 June 2026 Trading in this quarter started in the late 1800s, and to this day boasts edifying buildings done in raw stone Qatari style. — Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Feb. 2026 For two decades, this edifying A&E docuseries has been lifting the veil of investigative work during that critical time frame. — James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for edifying

Recent Examples of Synonyms for edifying

Adjective

Alongside many objects is an explanatory note handwritten on hotel stationery with his trusty Lamy pen, which is available for purchase for 55 euros.

— Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026
And now, in perhaps the most ridiculous and explanatory example of the league's fandom, has seen her name banned from the WNBA subreddit.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of explanatory

Adjective

Clark+Kensington says that 2027 calls for colors that are both uplifting and restorative, which helped its color team settle on a mid-tone blue that can do it all.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Sep. 2026
The uplifting sci-fi movie, directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, went on to make about $685 million worldwide at the box office; an impressive feat for a non-franchise blockbuster these days.

— Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of uplifting

Verb

Arkansas Virtual Academy, for example, has been educating Arkansas students fully online since 2003.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 28 Sep. 2026
Smith highlighted that the center’s mandate includes educating warfighters, equipping the Fleet with systems that can survive operational environments, and developing combined tactics for their use.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of educating

Adjective

His book is filled with detailed accounts of patients who responded in different ways to their diagnosis.

— Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026
Taaffe’s diligence, intelligence, understanding of the position (beyond his years) and detailed preparation have earned him the trust of coach Jeff Hafley.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of detailed

Adjective

Better than just an inspiring fashion reference, though, is how the book examines the different ways that a bolo tie can serve as a powerful form of self-expression.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026
The ambitious, but costly, multi-day experience was one of the most creatively inspiring offerings in company history.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of inspiring

Verb

Some wore Hurricanes’ gear, enlightening those who wondered if anyone actually wore such attire.

— Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 23 Aug. 2026
But Taraborrelli believes that revisiting a moment in time when Jackson and his music became a cultural phenomenon, as well as enlightening new generations to his otherworldliness as an entertainer, should be a reason for unity.

— Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026

Definition of enlightening

Adjective

Experts warn that massive constellations could be incredibly ecologically damaging, releasing copious amounts of atmospheric pollution and risking damage to the ozone layer.

— Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 24 Sep. 2026
The Shark Club serves all of the above, plus copious quantities of the usual chicken wings, burgers, nachos and brunch items on weekends.

— Bud Kennedy, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of copious

Adjective

Perhaps the most moving moment of Don’t Look Back in Anger arrives early with the first of the reunion concerts in Cardiff, Wales.

— Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2026
Most moving, above all, are the correspondences with the writers themselves who reach out at their own expense—quite literally.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Sep. 2026

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