benediction vs blessing

benediction and blessing both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
benediction	Yes	No	No	No
blessing	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, benediction and blessing are synonyms defined as:

As nouns, benediction and blessing are synonyms defined as:

benediction and blessing: a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection

benediction (noun)	blessing (noun)
the act of praying for divine protection	the act of praying for divine protection
a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection	the formal act of approving
	a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection
	a short prayer of thanks before a meal
	a desirable state