blessing

Noun

• the act of praying for divine protection

• a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection

• a short prayer of thanks before a meal
  • their youngest son said grace
    

• a desirable state
  • enjoy the blessings of peace
    
  • a spanking breeze is a boon to sailors
    

• the formal act of approving
  • he gave the project his blessing
    
  • his decision merited the approval of any sensible person
    

Related words

• Synonyms: 
  benediction , grace , thanksgiving , boon , approval , approving