BENEDICTION Synonyms
4 hypernyms for benediction. (close relations)
Best Synonyms for BENEDICTION
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| blessing | noun n | |||||
noun • the formal act of approving • a desirable state • a short prayer of thanks before a meal • a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection • the act of praying for divine protection | ||||||
| grace | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • (Greek mythology) one of three sisters who were the givers of beauty and charm; a favorite subject for sculptors • (Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence • elegance and beauty of movement or expression • a sense of propriety and consideration for others • a disposition to kindness and compassion • a period of time past the deadline for fulfilling an obligation during which a penalty that would be imposed for being late is waived, especially an extended period granted as a special favor • a short prayer of thanks before a meal • (Christian theology) the free and unmerited favor or beneficence of God verb • make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc. • be beautiful to look at | ||||||
| adoration | noun n | |||||
noun • a feeling of profound love and admiration • the act of admiring strongly • the worship given to God alone | ||||||
| consecration | noun n | |||||
noun • a solemn commitment of your life or your time to some cherished purpose (to a service or a goal) • (religion) sanctification of something by setting it apart (usually with religious rites) as dedicated to God | ||||||
| dedication | noun n | |||||
noun • complete and wholehearted fidelity • a ceremony in which something (as a building) is dedicated to some goal or purpose • a message that makes a pledge • a short message (as in a book or musical work or on a photograph) dedicating it to someone or something • the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action | ||||||
| devotion | noun n | |||||
noun • feelings of ardent love • commitment to some purpose • religious zeal; the willingness to serve God • (usually plural) religious observance or prayers (usually spoken silently) | ||||||
| homage | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • respectful deference | ||||||
| invocation | noun n | |||||
noun • a prayer asking God's help as part of a religious service • an incantation used in conjuring or summoning a devil • calling up a spirit or devil • the act of appealing for help | ||||||
| praise | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • an expression of approval and commendation • offering words of homage as an act of worship verb • express approval of | ||||||
| prayer | noun n | |||||
noun • the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving) • reverent petition to a deity • earnest or urgent request • a fixed text used in praying • someone who prays to God | ||||||
| thanksgiving | noun n | |||||
noun • a short prayer of thanks before a meal • fourth Thursday in November in the United States; second Monday in October in Canada; commemorates a feast held in 1621 by the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag | ||||||
| worship | verb, noun v, n | |||||
noun • the activity of worshipping • a feeling of profound love and admiration verb • love unquestioningly and uncritically or to excess; venerate as an idol • show devotion to (a deity) • attend religious services | ||||||