Purification

B2 8+

Pronunciation: /pjʊr.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/

Definitions of purification

noun the act or process of purifying or making something pure

Example Sentences

A1 Water purification is important for drinking clean water.

A2 The process of air purification helps to remove pollutants from the air.

B1 The purification of metals is a common process in the manufacturing industry.

B2 The purification of the mind through meditation can lead to inner peace.

C1 The purification of the water supply required extensive infrastructure upgrades.

C2 The purification of the soul is a lifelong journey towards enlightenment.

adjective purifying, cleansing

Example Sentences

A1 The purification process removes impurities from the water.

A2 She used a purification mask to cleanse her skin.

B1 The purification ritual was an important part of their cultural tradition.

B2 The purification ceremony was believed to cleanse the spirit.

C1 The purification of the air in the room was necessary for the experiment to be successful.

C2 The purification of the contaminated soil required advanced technology and expertise.

Examples of purification in a Sentence

formal The purification process involves removing impurities from the water to make it safe for consumption.

informal I always feel refreshed after a day at the spa, it's like a purification for my body and mind.

slang After a long night of partying, I need to do a purification cleanse to feel better.

figurative Going on a solo retreat in nature is like a purification for the soul, clearing away all the noise and distractions of daily life.

Grammatical Forms of purification

past tense

purified

plural

purifications

comparative

more purified

superlative

most purified

present tense

purifies

future tense

will purify

perfect tense

has purified

continuous tense

is purifying

singular

purification

positive degree

pure

infinitive

to purify

gerund

purifying

participle

purified

Origin and Evolution of purification

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'purification' originated from the Latin word 'purificatio', which is derived from the verb 'purificare' meaning to cleanse or purify.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'purification' has retained its original meaning of cleansing or purifying, but has also come to be associated with spiritual or religious rituals aimed at removing impurities or sins.