edification
/ˌedɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌedɪfɪˈkeɪʃn/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌe-də-fə-ˈkā-shən/ (ame, mw)
edification — noun
1. the process of becoming wiser or morally better through learning, serious though
the process of becoming wiser or morally better through learning, serious thought, or careful teaching.
Professor Amani hoped the museum visit would bring some edification, not just entertainment.
bring edification, not just entertainment
Karim found real edification in the history talks he heard on long bus rides.
find edification in + talks or reading
At dinner, Hannah said the book offered edification as well as a lively story.
The school kept the old speeches online for the edification of new student leaders.
Gabriel joined the reading circle for edification, not for the free coffee.
- enlightenment
stresses clearer understanding or insight more than steady moral growth
- instruction
focuses on the teaching given, not the inner improvement it produces
- uplift
more literary and often stresses moral or emotional improvement
- amusement
centres on enjoyment rather than moral or intellectual growth
文法句型
for edification
for the edification of + person/group
用法筆記
Often appears in formal discussion of books, talks, religion, or education. In casual English, people usually choose words like learning, insight, or inspiration instead.