1
as in prayers
a prayer calling for divine care, protection, or favor
that rabbi always ends the service with a short blessing
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in benefits
something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing
winning the lottery shortly after being laid off was an unexpected blessing
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in approvals
an acceptance of something as satisfactory
Mr. Roberts promptly gave his blessing to his daughter's choice of husband
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in consecrations
the act of making something holy through religious ritual
traditionally, worshippers kneel during the blessing of the communion wafers
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of blessings
The clear spirit is believed to act as a messenger, inviting ancestral souls for their blessings.
—
ABC News, 14 May 2026
On Friday, May 1, a man — identified as Vishnu, a native of Kollam — died shortly after transporting an elephant to the nearby Kidangoor Mahavishnu Temple for blessings as part of a festival, local news outlets Onmanorama, The Free Press Journal and News Karnataka reported.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
Real blessings are by Martinez and others who refuse to be silent.
—Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Francis opened the possibility for same-sex couples to receive informal blessings, but German bishops have been pushing for a more formal blessing ritual.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Williams has received the blessings of Smith and Thomas’ father, Bobby, and has asked both to serve on the board.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 18 Apr. 2026
Many farmers seek divine blessings for favorable weather and a bountiful season.
—Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2026
Just how blessings work, the reviews are raving of blessings & miracles from this dish.
—Jenny Rosenstrach, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
Pickled foods often accompanied bread during blessings, emphasizing their role as both sustenance and spiritual connection.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 14 May 2026
On Friday, May 1, a man — identified as Vishnu, a native of Kollam — died shortly after transporting an elephant to the nearby Kidangoor Mahavishnu Temple for blessings as part of a festival, local news outlets Onmanorama, The Free Press Journal and News Karnataka reported.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
Real blessings are by Martinez and others who refuse to be silent.
—Chicago Tribune, 26 Apr. 2026
Francis opened the possibility for same-sex couples to receive informal blessings, but German bishops have been pushing for a more formal blessing ritual.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 23 Apr. 2026
Williams has received the blessings of Smith and Thomas’ father, Bobby, and has asked both to serve on the board.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 18 Apr. 2026
Many farmers seek divine blessings for favorable weather and a bountiful season.
—Tamanna Nangia, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Apr. 2026
Just how blessings work, the reviews are raving of blessings & miracles from this dish.
—Jenny Rosenstrach, Bon Appetit Magazine, 2 Apr. 2026
Pickled foods often accompanied bread during blessings, emphasizing their role as both sustenance and spiritual connection.
—Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for blessings
Noun
-
Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
-
Top Republican officials promote event Organizers expect thousands of people to attend Rededicate 250, which will include worship music, prayers and speeches from Cabinet heads and other Republican officials, along with religious leaders and others.—
Peter Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
Noun
-
Beyond the taxpayer savings, the environmental and health benefits are clear.—
Justin Sanchez,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
-
In addition to these benefits of hyaluronic acid, the ingredient can address fine lines and wrinkles.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
15 May 2026
Noun
-
The deal is projected to be around $67 billion and could take up to 18 months to receive shareholder and regulatory approvals.—
Jim Turner,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2026
-
Decisions about credit approvals, supply chain routing, customer interactions and employee performance are increasingly made—or shaped—by AI systems.—
Shiv Kaushik,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
Noun
-
Proceedings in the case will likely be halted as the Attorney General’s office petitions the Kansas Court of Appeals to overturn Folsom’s temporary injunction ruling.—
Matthew Kelly
May 19,
Kansas City Star,
19 May 2026
-
The difference comes from a state Supreme Court decision in 2017 that lowers the threshold for tax measures that find their way to the ballot via citizen petitions instead of a legislative body’s vote.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
Noun
-
Today’s space industry, too, offers many economic boons, with companies such as SpaceX and Blue Origin employing thousands.—
Anastasia Klimchynskaya,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
-
While some experts fear aging societies are storing up economic problems, others say there could be unexpected boons.—
Manuela Castro,
CNN Money,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The 41-year-old hadn’t fought in MMA since 2022, and his return performance suggests the layoff did him no favors.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
-
That double standard does women’s sports no favors.—
Amber Harding OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
Noun
-
As previously noted, one of the gifts of Russian greats that Saunders most celebrates is their way of locating complex truths in the stuff of ordinary lives—their towns and farms, and their families, their servants; their animals.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
-
The talented Oklahoma City Thunder point guard, who is the 18th player to win at least two MVP awards and the 14th to win them in back-to-back, presented his entire team with gifts before accepting the Michael Jordan Trophy from NBA commissioner Adam Silver.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
20 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Blessings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/blessings. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
