Beatitude
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /biːˈætɪtjuːd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Beatitude is a noun meaning (uncountable) Supreme, utmost bliss and happiness.
Meaning
(uncountable) Supreme, utmost bliss and happiness.
More Meanings
- Any of the Biblical blessings given by Jesus in Matthew 5:3–12. E.g.: "Blessed are the meek for they shall inherit the earth" (Matthew 5:5).
Example Sentences
Here is Gregson coming down the road with beatitude written upon every feature of his face.
Word Forms
- beatitudes
Synonyms for beatitude
Depending on context, synonyms include makarism, blessedness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include blessedness, bliss, heaven, felicity, happiness, blessing.
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