Synonyms of purification

purification

noun

ˌpyu̇r-ə-fə-ˈkā-shən 

as in cleansing

the act or fact of freeing from sin or moral guilt

some people must undergo a ritual purification after certain activities

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cleansing
• salvation
• regeneration
• rebirth
• restoration
• redemption
• sanctification
• forgiveness
• remission
• clearance
• grace
• clearing
• atonement
• vindication
• acquittal
• absolution
• expiation
• exoneration

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• violation
• defilement
• desecration
• blasphemy
• profanation
• corruption
• contamination
• perversion
• pollution
• debasement
• tarnishing
• sullying

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of purification

Another major part of the plan is improving technical and technological practices for irrigation and purification, which Morales says would make water use more efficient in up to 500,000 acres (200,000 hectares) of land. —Marina E. Franco (noticias Telemundo For Axios), Axios, 26 Nov. 2024

Both the pool and spa have state-of-the-art water purification and filtration systems. —David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 6 Feb. 2025

However, Kopelman says advancements in isolation and purification techniques are helping to standardize exosome preparations, and regulatory frameworks are evolving to accommodate these innovative therapies. —Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 30 Jan. 2025

Running air conditioning and purification units is also advised to reduce exposure. —Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 24 Jan. 2025