Blessed: meaning, definitions and examples
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blessed
[ blɛstɪd ]
feeling
Made holy; consecrated. Highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace). Bringing great happiness or good fortune.
Synonyms
consecrated, favored, fortunate, happy, holy.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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blessed |
Often used to denote divine favor or feeling thankful for something special.
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Examples of usage
- She felt blessed to have such a loving family.
- He considered himself blessed to have a job he loved.
- The newlyweds felt blessed to have found each other.
expression
Used as an expression of gratitude, good wishes, or approval.
Synonyms
appreciative, approved, grateful.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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blessed |
Used to describe a fortunate situation or feeling that brings happiness or well-being, often with a spiritual or religious connotation.
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grateful |
Used to express a feeling of thankfulness and relief, often in everyday situations or personal interactions.
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appreciative |
Used when someone recognizes the value of something or someone and feels thankful for it.
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approved |
Used to indicate that something has received official consent or sanction, typically in a formal or authoritative context.
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Examples of usage
- Blessed be the fruits of thy labor.
- Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called the children of God.
religious
To sanctify; to make or pronounce holy.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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blessed |
Used when referring to something bringing happiness or comfort, often with a spiritual or fortunate connotation.
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Examples of usage
- The priest blessed the water before the baptism.
- The minister blessed the couple's marriage.
Translations
Translations of the word "blessed" in other languages:
🇵🇹 abençoado
🇮🇳 धन्य
🇩🇪 gesegnet
🇮🇩 diberkati
🇺🇦 благословенний
🇵🇱 błogosławiony
🇯🇵 祝福された
🇫🇷 béni
🇪🇸 bendito
🇹🇷 kutsanmış
🇰🇷 축복받은
🇸🇦 مبارك
🇨🇿 požehnaný
🇸🇰 požehnaný
🇨🇳 祝福的
🇸🇮 blagoslovljen
🇮🇸 blessaður
🇰🇿 бақытты
🇬🇪 კურთხეული
🇦🇿 mübarək
🇲🇽 bendito
Etymology
The word 'blessed' dates back to Old English, where it was originally used to mean consecrated or holy. Over time, it evolved to also mean favored or fortunate. The religious connotations of the word reflect its origins in Christian theology, where blessings are seen as gifts from a higher power. The expression 'blessed be' has been used in various religious contexts to invoke divine favor or protection. In modern usage, 'blessed' is often used to express gratitude or good wishes.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #4,770, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.
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