ed·i·fy 
/ˈɛdəˌfaɪ/ verb
ed·i·fies; ed·i·fied; ed·i·fy·ing /ˈɛdəˌfaɪ/ verb [+ obj] : to teach (someone) in a way that improves the mind or character
▪ These books will both entertain and edify readers.
▪ These books will both entertain and edify readers.
— ed·i·fi·ca·tion /ˌɛdəfəˈkeɪʃən/ noun [noncount]
▪ books that provide both entertainment and edification
/ˌɛdəfəˈkeɪʃən/ noun [noncount] ▪ books that provide both entertainment and edification
— edifying adjective [more edifying; most edifying]
▪ an edifying sermon/experience ▪ The books are both entertaining and edifying.
▪ an edifying sermon/experience ▪ The books are both entertaining and edifying.
