CONSOLE Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈkän-ˌsōl

Definition of console

as in cabinet

a storage case typically having doors and shelves a custom-built walnut console holds all of their home-theater components

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verb

kən-ˈsōl

as in to comfort

to ease the grief or distress of the military officer who must console the bereaved at a soldier's funeral

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Recent Examples of console

Noun

Those peaks also came later in life for the Switch than for many other Nintendo consoles. — Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 7 July 2026 More recent trade tensions and a global memory shortage, painful for any player in the business of consumer electronics, haven’t helped for the companies who make consoles and handhelds. — Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 7 July 2026

Verb

Prior to the trophy ceremony following the match, de Minaur was seen sitting next to Fokina consoling him after yet another brutal loss. — Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 27 June 2026 Rod Brind’Amour will have to console himself with his latest Cup ring, while Rinne’s induction should turn up the heat on cases such as Curtis Joseph and Ryan Miller. — Sean McIndoe, New York Times, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for console

Recent Examples of Synonyms for console

Noun

Customers can choose paint color and cabinets but have to stick with the predesigned floor plans.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
My thumb and index finger pinched together to grab a dime, while my middle finger reached farther to pick up coins that had rolled under the edge of a cabinet.

— Steven Lautzenheiser, The Conversation, 6 July 2026

Definition of cabinet

Verb

There are other means and methods as well, some of which may be combined, to alleviate stress and comfort your furry friend.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 2 July 2026
The upscale American restaurant in SoHo is known for comforting dishes like a French dip sandwich and an ice cream sundae, as well as its savory sour-cream-and-onion martini from the cocktail menu.

— Lily Boyce, New York Times, 2 July 2026

Definition of comfort

Noun

The hotel's team can also do a grocery run and stock the cupboards and fridge ahead of your stay.

— Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 29 June 2026
The small kitchen retains its midcentury charm, but open shelving above the counter provides an airier, more contemporary cupboard to show off Miranda-Martin’s dish and glassware collection.

— Marissa Gluck, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026

Definition of cupboard

Verb

The town hall was a chance for someone, anyone, to take the lead and say something that would reassure a furious Eastside.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Amore reassured residents of Rhode Island's election security, citing regular voter list maintenance and participation in information-sharing agreements.

— Katherine Gregg, The Providence Journal, 10 July 2026

Definition of reassure

Noun

The project proposal also includes a gym with cardio and strength machinery and space for group classes, an indoor mailroom with digital package lockers and several water features.

— Ilana Arougheti July 10, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026
Even Fitz-Gerald’s locker is a callback to his mom’s doctrines.

— Spencer Nusbaum, New York Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of locker

Verb

The three diffusers and two fountains, which the city assured were working properly, also help discourage algae growth.

— Zuri Primos July 8, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
Moreover, passage of such a new compact is far from assured, particularly if the country’s nationalist opposition manages to mobilize effectively.

— Ilan Berman, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of assure

Verb

The Hot Stone Massage is the ultimate R&R, using warm volcanic stones to calm and soothe aching muscles in a full-body, 60- or 90-minute massage.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
The Lillian Area Rug is both grounding and soothing thanks to its cool blue hue; the intricate Persian pattern adds lots of charm, making the rug look more unique and storied.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2026

Definition of soothe

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