MANNAS Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

mannas

noun

plural of manna

as in joys

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

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as in benefits

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

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Noun

For Braswell, the winning combination has always been travel and the outdoors, two of her greatest joys.

— Nancy Badertscher, AJC.com, 6 Aug. 2026
But most have written asking for advice about life’s vexations and troubles, or to share their observations on life’s oddities and joys.

— Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of joys

Noun

More recent research suggests that Covid-19 vaccines have continued to show benefits, even as population immunity levels grow and the virus becomes less novel.

— Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
The logic is that if colleges are afraid to sign a player out of fear of retaliation, the player won’t receive the benefits of Judge Sweeney’s order granting the injunction.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of benefits

Noun

Most famous are the hijras, who traditionally attended weddings, births, and religious ceremonies across the subcontinent, offering blessings and receiving gifts or alms in return.

— Aakash Hassan, Christian Science Monitor, 31 July 2026
Where challenges entered, our determination, imaginations, creativity and dedication to keep America strong have reaped blessings and success.

— Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026

Definition of blessings

Noun

Those delights transport me to my earliest and happiest memories, surrounded by family and friends at birthday parties spent at the park or at McDonald’s.

— Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Edinburgh, a city of dramatic landscapes and rich culture, shines during its renowned August festivals, transforming into a global stage for arts and culinary delights.

— Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of delights

Noun

Reid’s constancy is one of the gifts that has led him to the pinnacle of the NFL as the fourth-winningest coach in league history.

— Vahe Gregorian July 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
The couple received plenty of gifts from famous friends and family, including Love Is Blind hosts Vanessa and Nick Lachey.

— Samantha Stutsman, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026

Definition of gifts

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