manna

manna

noun

Definition of MANNA

1

a source of great satisfaction <the announcement that there would be a sequel was manna to the many fans of the original movie>

Synonyms delectation, feast, gas [slang], joy, kick, manna, pleasure, treat

Related Words amusement, diversion, entertainment, fun, recreation; comfort, relief, solace; gratification, indulgence; ambrosia

2

something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing <the company's Christmas bonus was especially welcome manna this year>

Synonyms benediction, benefit, boon, felicity, godsend, good, manna, windfall

Related Words grace, mercy; favor, kindness, mitzvah; advantage, aid, assistance, gift, help, relief, support; anodyne, comfort, consolation, solace; bonus, extra, lagniappe; delight, joy, pleasure

Near Antonyms hex, hoodoo, jinx; bother, irritant, nuisance, pest; disadvantage; cross, misery, trial, tribulation

Antonyms affliction, bane, curse, evil, plague, scourge