Boom to the economy vs. Boon to the economy

Boom to the economy

/buːm/

A rapid increase or growth, especially of business, economy, or population

Examples:

The new trade agreement led to a boom to the economy.A surge in tourism created a significant boom to the economy.The tech sector expansion brought a boom to the economy.

Synonyms:

growthexpansionupturn

Antonyms:

recessiondeclinedepression

Boon to the economy

/bʊn tu ði ɪˈkɒnəmi/

An expression indicating something beneficial for economic growth or improvement.

Examples:

Tech innovations are a boon to the economy's growth.The festival season is often a boon to the local economy.Green energy resources are a massive boon to the economy.

Synonyms:

This word has no synonyms

Antonyms:

This word has no antonyms

Ways to tell them apart:

• Boom typically refers to a period of rapid economic growth, like an explosion in prosperity.
• Boon suggests a benefit or advantage, like a gift to the economy.
• To remember, think of the letter M in boom as standing for massive growth.
• The double O in boon can remind you of two happy eyes, joyous for the benefit.
• Remember boom as a noun similar to a blast of economic activity.