CEFR C2

edify

verb

Meaning

To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.

Examples

The goal of the book is to edify readers with knowledge about ancient history.
He hoped his speech would edify the audience and inspire them to take action.

Synonyms: inform, educate, enlighten, instruct, uplift

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edify (C2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈɛdɪfaɪ/

Definition

To instruct or improve someone morally or intellectually.

Examples

The goal of the book is to edify readers with knowledge about ancient history.
He hoped his speech would edify the audience and inspire them to take action.
She found the museum exhibits to be both entertaining and edifying.

How to Use edify

edify someone (prepositional phrase): To instruct or improve a person morally or intellectually. — "The teacher strove to edify her students with challenging lessons."
edify the mind (collocation): To improve someone's intellect or understanding. — "Travel can greatly edify the mind by exposing one to new cultures."

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