1. large, impressive buildings or structures
Usage: plural of edifice
2. complex systems of beliefs, ideas, or institutions
Usage: figurative use

Examples

• The ancient Roman edifices still attract millions of tourists each year.
• Gothic cathedrals are among the most magnificent edifices in Europe.
• The university campus featured several impressive brick edifices.
• Modern glass edifices dominate the city’s skyline.
• The philosopher challenged the intellectual edifices of his time.
• Political edifices can crumble when public trust is lost.
• These towering edifices were built to last for centuries.