Blessed

/ˈblɛs.ɪd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

To make holy or sacred.

The priest blessed the water before the ceremony.

To invoke divine favor upon.

They blessed the couple on their wedding day.

adjective

Made holy; consecrated.

The church held a special service to bless the new altar.

Divinely or supremely favored; fortunate.

They considered themselves blessed to have such a loving family.

Used as an expression of empathy or sympathy.

She said a blessed day to everyone on her way out.

From Old English 'blēdsian', meaning to consecrate.

blessed are the meek:

A biblical phrase referring to the humble and gentle.

count your blessings:

Be grateful for what one has.

blessed with:

To have received something good, especially in reference to talents or good fortune.

Feeling good or fortunate.

I'm feeling so blessed after that amazing vacation!

Used ironically to describe a tough situation, suggesting a positive outlook.

After the delay, she said, 'Well, at least we’re all blessed to be here together!'