Word of the Day: EDIFICE

A mighty structure

edifice (noun) - a building, especially a large, impressive, or imposing one [ed-uh-fis]

BREAKDOWN: EDI- (building) + FIC- (make or do)

• to edify means to educate or instruct, particularly in a moral, intellectual, or religious sense; to enlighten

• edification is the act, process, or product of guidance and instruction; understanding as a result of education

See also: beneficiary,  officious, ramification

“A successful marriage is an edifice that must be rebuilt every day.” —Andre Maurois