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consolation

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of consolation

1 the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering

the consolation of the grieving family by their pastor

Synonyms of consolation

comforting, consoling, reassurance, solace, solacing

Words Related to consolation

commiseration, compassion, condolence, feeling, sympathy

counseling (or counselling)

humanity, kindheartedness, kindliness, kindness, mercy, pity

2 a feeling of ease from grief or trouble

the consolation that our favorite foods give us when we're having a bad day

Synonyms of consolation

cheer, comfort, relief, solace

Words Related to consolation

encouragement, inspiration, uplift

assurance, reassurance

alleviation, assuagement, mitigation

contentment, gladness, happiness

commiseration, empathy, sympathy

aid, assistance, help, succor

Near Antonyms of consolation

anguish, distress, heartache, heartbreak, torment, torture

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