Synonyms for

Blessed

Verb / blest / Another word for blessed — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

made holy or consecrated; enjoying happiness or contentment; bringing happiness or good fortune

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Common collocations

  • blessed are the meek
  • blessed event
  • blessed assurance
  • blessed relief
  • blessed day
  • blessed memory
  • blessed by
  • blessed with

Word family

verb bless
adjective blessed
adverb blessedly

Usage note

The pronunciation of the past participle 'blessed' can be one syllable ('blest') when used as an adjective (e.g., 'a blest occasion') and two syllables ('bless-ed') when used as a verb (e.g., 'He blessed the food').

Example sentences

  1. My grandma always says she feels blessed to have us in her life.
  2. The family felt blessed to have their health during the pandemic.
  3. The couple felt blessed to have found each other.
  4. I feel blessed to have such great friends.
  5. The rain was a blessed relief from the heat.

Quotes

  • Count your blessings. A grateful heart attracts more joy, love, and prosperity. - Cheryl Richardson
  • When we lose one blessing, another is often most unexpectedly given in its place. - C.S. Lewis
  • The greatest blessing in life is the capacity to love. - Elizabeth Browning

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