Home Dee Dee Word of the Day – Aug. 31 – Benison Dee Dee Word of the Day – Aug. 31 – Benison By Staff mB - August 31, 2012 1039 Noun: Benison (BEN-uh-sun) Definition: A blessing or benediction. Sample sentence: The candidate sought the benison of the popular pastor in the hope of gaining both spiritual and political support.