1. spoken blessings, especially those given at the end of a religious service
Usage: religious
2. expressions of good wishes or approval

Examples

• The priest offered benedictions to the congregation before they departed.
• The wedding ceremony concluded with heartfelt benedictions from both families.
• She received benedictions from her teachers upon graduation.
• The elderly woman’s benedictions brought comfort to the grieving family.
• His speech was filled with benedictions for the new graduates.
• The community gathered to hear the pastor’s benedictions on Sunday morning.