Godsend

/ˈɡɒd.sɛnd/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A very helpful or invaluable person or thing.
The scholarship was a godsend for her family, allowing her to attend college without debt.
An unexpected event or occurrence that brings good fortune.
The rain was a godsend for the farmers after a long dry spell.
A person who provides help in times of difficulty.
When she arrived with food and supplies, she felt like a godsend to the struggling families.

Etymology

Derived from the notion of a gift sent by God, combining 'God' with 'send'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

A blessing in disguise
Something that seems bad at first but ends up being beneficial.
Every cloud has a silver lining
There is something good in every bad situation.
A little light in the dark
Something that brings hope during difficult times.

Related Words

blessing
Something that is advantageous or beneficial.
windfall
An unexpected gain or advantage, particularly in financial terms.
boon
A thing that is helpful or beneficial.

Slang Meanings

A lucky break that comes unexpectedly.
That new software update was a total godsend for my workflow.