Edify (Verb)
Meaning
Make understand; "Can you enlighten me--I don't understand this proposal".
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- The teacher took the time to edify her students on the complex concept, breaking it down into simpler terms.
- His explanation was able to edify the audience, dispelling any confusion about the project's goals.
- Can you edify me on the benefits of this new policy, I'm not entirely sure I understand it.
- The professor's lectures were designed to edify and engage students, rather than just impart information.
- She tried to edify her colleague on the nuances of the company's new software.