Benediction: meaning, definitions and examples

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benediction

 

[ ˌbɛnɪˈdɪkʃ(ə)n ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious ceremony

A benediction is a religious invocation for divine help, blessing, and guidance, usually at the end of a religious service or ceremony.

Synonyms

blessing, invocation, prayer

Examples of usage

  • The priest gave the benediction at the end of the wedding ceremony.
  • After the concert, the pastor offered a benediction for the success of the event.
Context #2 | Noun

expression of good wishes

A benediction can also refer to a ceremonial expression of good wishes or approval.

Synonyms

approval, blessing, wish

Examples of usage

  • The mayor's benediction to the volunteers was heartfelt and inspiring.
  • Her benediction to the graduating students was filled with hope for their future.

Translations

Translations of the word "benediction" in other languages:

🇵🇹 benção

🇮🇳 आशीर्वाद

🇩🇪 Segen

🇮🇩 berkat

🇺🇦 благословення

🇵🇱 błogosławieństwo

🇯🇵 祝福 (しゅくふく)

🇫🇷 bénédiction

🇪🇸 bendición

🇹🇷 kutsama

🇰🇷 축복 (chukbok)

🇸🇦 بركة (barakah)

🇨🇿 požehnání

🇸🇰 požehnanie

🇨🇳 祝福 (zhùfú)

🇸🇮 blagoslov

🇮🇸 blessun

🇰🇿 бата

🇬🇪 კურთხევა (k'urtkheva)

🇦🇿 nemət

🇲🇽 bendición

Etymology

The word 'benediction' originates from the Latin word 'benedictio', which means 'blessing' or 'approval'. It has been used in religious contexts for centuries as a way to invoke divine assistance and convey good wishes. Over time, the term has also come to be used more broadly to express approval or good wishes in secular settings.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,056, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.