Benediction

Pronunciation: /bɛnəˈdɪkʃən/

Definitions of benediction

noun a blessing, especially at the end of a religious service

Example Sentences

A1 The priest gave a benediction at the end of the church service.

A2 The benediction from the elder brought peace to the troubled village.

B1 After the graduation ceremony, the principal delivered a heartfelt benediction.

B2 The benediction given by the spiritual leader was a moving experience for all in attendance.

C1 The bishop's benediction at the royal wedding was a moment of solemnity and grace.

C2 The final benediction of the concert left the audience in awe of the performer's talent.

Examples of benediction in a Sentence

formal The priest concluded the ceremony with a benediction for all the attendees.

informal After the performance, the singer gave a benediction to thank the audience.

slang I could feel the good vibes in the air after receiving that benediction.

figurative The sunset over the ocean felt like a benediction from nature.

Grammatical Forms of benediction

• past tense: benedicted
• plural: benedictions
• comparative: more benedictory
• superlative: most benedictory
• present tense: benedicts
• future tense: will benedict
• perfect tense: have benedicted
• continuous tense: is benedicting
• singular: benediction
• positive degree: benediction
• infinitive: to benedict
• gerund: benedicting
• participle: benedicted

Origin and Evolution of benediction

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'benediction' originated from the Latin word 'benedictio', which is derived from the verb 'benedicere' meaning 'to speak well of, bless'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in religious contexts to refer to a blessing or prayer invoking divine help, the word 'benediction' has evolved to also mean a prayer asking for divine favor or guidance, especially at the end of a worship service.