Definitions

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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"This treatment was an absolute godsend," he added.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

For people who have been living inside this phenomenon, an outsider’s fresh perspective is a godsend.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

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

As someone who doesn’t live near any family, I know that good neighbors can be a godsend.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

Elisha appreciated her quiet empathy, “Maggie, you are a godsend to me!”

From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock