purification
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for purification, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The process of removing impurities or contaminants from something.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use purification
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin pūrificātiō, from pūrificāre ("to purify").
Full origin of purification →Frequently asked questions
What does “purification” mean?
The word “purification” means the process of removing impurities or contaminants from something. In plain terms, the act of making something clean or pure, physically or spiritually.
How do you pronounce “purification”?
“Purification” is pronounced pyoor-rih-fih-KAY-shuhn (/ˌpjʊəɹɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “purification” in a sentence?
Here is “purification” used in a sentence: “The plant handles water purification for the whole town.”
What part of speech is “purification”?
“Purification” is a noun.
Where does the word “purification” come from?
The word “purification” comes from Latin. From Latin pūrificātiō, from pūrificāre ("to purify").
Is “purification” a common word?
“Purification” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “purification” have?
“Purification” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process of removing impurities or contaminants from something.