bless

Definition

  • verb: to make (something or someone) holy by saying a special prayer
  • verb: to hallow or consecrate by religious rite or word
  • used in the phrase 'God bless' to express good wishes or appreciation for someone or something
  • synonyms: guard, keep, protect

Examples

  • “I'll be happy to help in any way I can.” “Oh, 'bless you'! That's very kind of you.”

  • I have 'been blessed with' good health and a wonderful wife and children.

  • Nature has 'blessed' the area 'with' good soil and a sunny climate.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) but the money goes to Toto. Stay on your toes, Toto. No sleeping. We've had enough disasters. Do what poor Alfredo taught you. And God bless you. Thank you, Father. What is this, a funeral? Life goes on! Gaiety! Music! Get a load of that! Our Father-- (..)
    1988 Cinema Paradiso