purification

noun

pu·​ri·​fi·​ca·​tion ˌpyu̇r-ə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

: the act or an instance of purifying or of being purified

Synonyms

• cleansing
• sanctification

Examples of purification in a Sentence

some people must undergo a ritual purification after certain activities

Recent Examples on the Web

Anna had been researching using photocatalysis for water purification, while Tomáš was working on a way to use cold plasma to destroy pollutants and antibiotic-resistant bacteria in agricultural and hospital wastewater streams. —Erik Kobayashi-Solomon, Forbes.com, 8 Apr. 2025

Both religions’ traditions focus on fasting as a means for spiritual growth, which Muslims might call spiritual purification, said Ahmed, of Morton Grove, who has ties to the Masjid-e-Suffah mosque in Skokie and holds a Ph.D in Islamic Studies with a specialty in comparative religions. —Pam Defiglio, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025

Still, tea isn’t a replacement for standard water purification methods. —Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 24 Mar. 2025

Add a pinch of salt for purification, rosemary for protection, rose petals for love and beauty, cinnamon for prosperity and lavender for relaxation and peace. —Valerie Mesa, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing purification

• self-purification

Rhymes for purification

• abbreviation
• abomination
• acceleration
• accentuation
• accommodation
• accreditation
• acculturation
• accumulation
• acetylation
• adjudication
• administration
• adulteration