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noun god·send \ ˈgäd-ˌsend also ˈgȯd- \

Definition of godsend

:a desirable or needed thing or event that comes unexpectedly

The widespread rain was a godsend for farmers.

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that holiday bonus has proved to be a godsend for my bills

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His off-kilter field pieces garnered equal renown, which means that this new series is essentially a godsend to any Letterman die-hard.

— laura bradley, HWD, "Letterman Would Love to Interview Trump and Kim Jong-un on His New Show," 8 Aug. 2017
Such a population is a godsend to a researcher, but Jillian’s interest isn’t in the diabetes that is decimating the tribe.

— connie ogle, miamiherald, "Provocative play asks: How far would you go to protect your daughter?," 31 July 2017
For a country that has struggled to nudge its capital-investment ratio to 15% of GDP—compared with around 30% for India and 28% for Bangladesh in recent years—this gush of Chinese money comes as a godsend.

— The Economist, "One Lifebelt, One RoadChina makes Pakistan an offer it cannot refuse," 22 July 2017
Given the Mavericks’ obvious backcourt needs and the uncertainties of a post-Dirk reality, whenever that hits, Smith exits Las Vegas looking like a godsend.

— ben golliver, SI.com, "2017 NBA Summer League: Winners And Losers," 17 July 2017
Hotel pools are a godsend to parents of small children.

— kristen jordan shamus, Detroit Free Press, "Have kids, will travel. Why you should take your children with you on vacation," 16 July 2017
For someone prone to spilling while driving, having something that’s almost liquid but actually solid is a godsend.

— maggie lange, Bon Appetit, "The Only 3 Snacks You Need For Your Long-Haul Summer Roadtrip," 10 July 2017
For those seeking a no-think approach to mealtime, a way to learn about cooking or food that's healthier than takeout, meals kits are a godsend.

— zlati meyer, USA TODAY, "Growing home meal kit phenomenon is stirring up food industry, stressing out supermarkets," 3 July 2017
Whereas the Obama presidency kept the general at arm’s length, Trump’s counter-terrorism focus, anti-Islamism, and embrace of Arab despots are a godsend for Haftar.

— frederic wehrey, The Atlantic, "'Whoever Controls Benghazi Controls Libya'," 1 July 2017

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Origin and Etymology of godsend

back-formation from god-sent

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First Known Use: 1792

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godsend Synonyms

Synonyms

benediction, benefit, boon, felicity, blessing, good, manna, windfall

Antonyms

affliction, bane, curse, evil, plague, scourge

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

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Definition of godsend for English Language Learners

: something that provides great and usually unexpected help when it is needed
: a very helpful person

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noun god·send \ ˈgäd-ˌsend \

Definition of godsend for Students

:some badly needed thing that comes unexpectedly

The new job was a godsend.

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