bless

/blˈɛs/

/ˈbɫɛs/

to bless

MAIN VERB

to ask God to protect or help someone

antonyms : curse

make the sign of the cross over someone in order to call on God for protection; consecrate

synonyms : sign

confer prosperity or happiness on

render holy by means of religious rites

synonyms : consecrate

antonyms : desecrate

Examples

1. During the ceremony, the priest blessed the congregation with a wooden cross.

2. The priest blessed the bread and wine on the altar, preparing them for communion.

3. You're also clearly blessed with a hollow leg.

4. As they say, blessed is he who expects nothing.