Edifice

Pronunciation: /ˈɛdəfɪs/

Definitions of edifice

noun a large, imposing building or structure

Example Sentences

A1 The old edifice was made of bricks and looked very sturdy.

A2 The historic edifice in the town square is a popular tourist attraction.

B1 The architect designed a modern edifice with a unique shape and style.

B2 The grand edifice stood tall against the city skyline, showcasing its impressive architecture.

C1 The restoration project aimed to preserve the edifice's historical significance while modernizing its facilities.

C2 The edifice's intricate details and ornate decorations reflected the craftsmanship of the artisans who built it.

Examples of edifice in a Sentence

formal The grand edifice stood tall as a symbol of the city's architectural prowess.

informal Check out that massive edifice over there, it's huge!

slang That edifice is lit, bro!

figurative His reputation was like a crumbling edifice, once grand but now in ruins.

Grammatical Forms of edifice

• past tense: edified
• plural: edifices
• comparative: more edifice
• superlative: most edifice
• present tense: edifies
• future tense: will edify
• perfect tense: has edified
• continuous tense: is edifying
• singular: edifice
• positive degree: edifice
• infinitive: to edify
• gerund: edifying
• participle: edified

Origin and Evolution of edifice

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'edifice' originated from Latin, derived from the word 'aedificium' meaning building or structure.

Evolution of the word: Over time, 'edifice' has come to represent not just any building or structure, but often a large or impressive one, emphasizing the grandeur or significance of the building in question.