'benediction' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'benedictio,' where 'bene' meant 'well' and 'dicere' meant 'to speak.'

'benedictio' transformed into the Old French word 'benediction,' and eventually became the modern English word 'benediction.'

Initially, it meant 'to speak well of someone,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a blessing or expression of good wishes.'