bless

interjection

1. (Britain, informal) Used as an expression of endearment, or (ironically) belittlement.

verb

1. give a benediction to

- The dying man blessed his son

Definition categories: communication, arouse, conjure, evoke, invoke, raise, stir

2. confer prosperity or happiness on

Definition categories: possession, bestow, confer

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

Similar word(s): sign

Definition categories: communication, gesticulate, gesture, motion

4. render holy by means of religious rites

Similar word(s): consecrate, hallow, sanctify

Definition categories: communication, declare