blessed — favored by God; enjoying happiness and good fortune
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: favored by God; enjoying happiness and good fortune
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈblesɪd/
Example Sentences
- He was blessed with the ability to sleep through his roommate's terrible snoring.
- The blessed silence after the construction work ended was pure heaven.
- She counted herself blessed to have escaped her mother-in-law's three-hour cooking lecture.
blessed
ADJECTIVE[/ˈblesɪd/]
favored by God; enjoying happiness and good fortune
The grandmother felt blessed watching her grandchildren play in the garden.
Humbly dressed but truly blessed, leaving everyone impressed!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'blǣdsian' meaning 'to consecrate with blood' in ancient religious rituals. Over time, the meaning evolved from blood sacrifice to divine favor and good fortune.
Breakdown
bless- (from Old English blǣd meaning 'blood/prosperity') + -ed (past participle suffix)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He was blessed with the ability to sleep through his roommate's terrible snoring.”
“The blessed silence after the construction work ended was pure heaven.”
“She counted herself blessed to have escaped her mother-in-law's three-hour cooking lecture.”
“The family felt blessed to be together for the holidays.”
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