blessing vs benediction

blessing and benediction both are nouns.

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

As nouns, blessing and benediction are synonyms defined as:

As nouns, blessing and benediction are synonyms defined as:

blessing and benediction: a ceremonial prayer invoking divine protection

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