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Blessing: meaning, definitions and examples

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blessing

 

[ ˈblɛsɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

divine favor

A blessing is a prayer asking for God's protection, or a little gift from the heavens. It's also any act of approving, like when your roommate wants to move out and you give her your blessings.

Synonyms

approval, benefit, favor, gift

Examples of usage

  • May the Lord bestow his blessings upon you.
  • She gave her blessings to the newlyweds.
  • The teacher's praise was a blessing to the student.
  • Receiving a scholarship was a great blessing for her.
  • His presence in my life is a blessing.
Context #2 | Noun

something that brings happiness

A blessing is something good that you are grateful for, or something that brings happiness.

Synonyms

benefit, fortune, gift, joy

Examples of usage

  • Having good health is a blessing.
  • Spending time with loved ones is a true blessing.
  • The beautiful sunset was a real blessing.
  • Finding a job that you love is a blessing.
  • Having a roof over your head is a blessing.
Context #3 | Noun

a ceremonial or formal act of bestowing a blessing

A blessing can also refer to a religious ceremony or ritual in which divine favor, protection, or sanctification is imparted to people or things.

Synonyms

ceremony, consecration, ritual, sanctification

Examples of usage

  • The priest gave a blessing before the meal.
  • The parents asked the rabbi to give their child a blessing.
  • The Pope's blessing was seen as a sign of divine approval.
  • Receiving a blessing from a holy person is considered sacred.
  • The blessing of the new church was a solemn occasion.

Translations

Translations of the word "blessing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bênção

🇮🇳 आशीर्वाद

🇩🇪 Segen

🇮🇩 berkat

🇺🇦 благословення

🇵🇱 błogosławieństwo

🇯🇵 祝福 (shukufuku)

🇫🇷 bénédiction

🇪🇸 bendición

🇹🇷 kutsama

🇰🇷 축복 (chukbok)

🇸🇦 بركة (baraka)

🇨🇿 požehnání

🇸🇰 požehnanie

🇨🇳 祝福 (zhùfú)

🇸🇮 blagoslov

🇮🇸 blessun

🇰🇿 бата

🇬🇪 კურთხევა (kurtskheva)

🇦🇿 nemət

🇲🇽 bendición

Etymology

The word 'blessing' has its origins in Old English, from the verb 'blesian' meaning to consecrate or make holy. The concept of blessings has been present in various religious and cultural traditions throughout history, symbolizing divine favor, protection, or approval. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass not only religious connotations but also secular meanings related to happiness, gratitude, and well-being.

See also: bless, blessed, blessings.

Word Frequency Rank

At #5,339 in frequency, this word belongs to advanced vocabulary. It's less common than core vocabulary but important for sophisticated expression.