edifice
noun | /edifice/
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a large, imposing building; a complex system of beliefs or organization
edifice
noun | /edifice/
Advanced WordsEASYa large, imposing building; a complex system of beliefs or organization
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Synonyms
buildingstructurecomplexinstitution
Antonyms
shackruinhovelruin
Examples
"The university is an impressive edifice of stone and glass."
"He attacked the shaky edifice of the argument with precise evidence."
Mnemonic Trick
Edifice = Edit + Office → big structure (office/building).
Etymology
From Latin aedificium “building.”
used for literal buildings or metaphorical systems.
Source: Advanced WordsAdded: 9/28/2025
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