godsend

[ˈɡɒdˌsend]

godsend Definition

a very helpful or valuable event, person, or thing.

Using godsend: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "godsend" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The extra funding was a godsend for the struggling school.

  • Example

    The new assistant has been a godsend to our team.

  • Example

    The rain was a godsend for the farmers during the drought.

godsend Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for godsend

Phrases with godsend

  • to be extremely helpful or valuable

    Example

    The new software has been a godsend for our productivity.

  • thank God for small mercies

    to be grateful for even the smallest positive things in a difficult situation

    Example

    We may have lost the game, but at least no one was injured. Thank God for small mercies.

  • an event that is caused by natural forces and cannot be prevented or controlled by humans

    Example

    The insurance company refused to cover the damages, claiming it was an act of God.

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Summary: godsend in Brief

'Godsend' [ˈɡɒdˌsend] refers to a very helpful or valuable event, person, or thing. It can be used to describe anything from extra funding to a new assistant, and is often used in phrases like 'be a godsend.' 'Godsend' is similar in meaning to 'blessing,' 'windfall,' and 'boon,' and is the opposite of 'curse' or 'blight.'