Godsend

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Godsend

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

GOD-send  /ˈɡɒdsɛnd/

Definition

Something very helpful or beneficial that comes unexpectedly or at just the right time; a welcome and often unexpected piece of good fortune.

Plain meaning

A godsend is something unexpectedly wonderful and perfectly timed — as if God had sent it exactly when you needed it most.

Register

Warm and enthusiastic. Calling something a godsend is high praise and carries real gratitude. Common in everyday speech — what an absolute godsend, this medicine has been an utter godsend. The religious content is background rather than foreground in most uses.