boon

noun
UK: /buːn/
US: /buːn/

  1. Something that is very helpful and improves the quality of life or makes something easier.

    1. The rain was a boon for the farmers after the long dry spell. [ ] [ ]
    2. The new software proved to be a real boon to the company's efficiency, saving time and resources. [ ] [ ]

  2. A benefit or advantage that is particularly welcome or timely.

    1. The grant was a real boon to our research project. [ ] [ ]
    2. Receiving unexpected help from a stranger was a boon during a difficult time. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

godsend benefit advantage blessing windfall

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "boon" in English means: Something that is very helpful and improves the quality of life or makes something easier., A benefit or advantage that is particularly welcome or timely..

The phonetic transcription of "boon" is /buːn/ in British English and /buːn/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "boon": godsend, benefit, advantage, blessing, windfall.

Example usage of "boon": "The rain was a boon for the farmers after the long dry spell.". More examples on the page.