godsend

[god-send] / ˈgɒdˌsɛnd /

NOUN

gift, benefit

Synonyms

STRONGEST

boon windfall

STRONG

advantage benediction blessing good manna

WEAK

stroke of luck

Antonyms

STRONG

disadvantage

WEAK

bad fortune bad luck blow bombshell setback

Example Sentences

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Australia's ban has been widely hailed as a godsend for parents sick of seeing children glued to their phones.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

This week’s “Christmas miracle” storm has been a godsend for the California ski industry.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 26, 2025

Venezuela is a godsend from this point of view.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 3, 2025

This could be another godsend for missile makers.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 14, 2025

The wrecked Lizzie, with living pilot, was a godsend.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein