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

Nintendo's Switch 2 consoles in boxes are shown at a midnight opening of a Best Buy store on June 5, 2025 in Pembroke Pines, Florida. — Alex Harring, CNBC, 11 July 2026 Many of the luxuries and safety features seen as standard today, such as console screens or air bags, are difficult to jam into spaces that were never designed for them. — Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 July 2026

Verb

Later, Daddario attempts to console him amid his struggles with finding the right recipe that will still allow the product to remain affordable. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 29 June 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for console

Recent Examples of Synonyms for console

Noun

In Trinidad and Tobago, meetings have been schedule with telecommunication regulators, the ministers in the economic cabinet to talk about upcoming public tenders and the officials in charge of cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
Across from there is the formal living room, with a fireplace on the east wall and built-in bookshelves and cabinets on the west.

— Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 July 2026

Definition of cabinet

Verb

But she was comforted by the fact that, according to Tiger Aesthetics, the donor’s DNA is removed in the manufacturing process.

— Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 13 July 2026
If any member of the family is starting to feel under the weather, whip up a bowl of comforting chicken soup with lemons and carrots to help everyone stay healthy for the rest of the week.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 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

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And while Argentina’s culture of talk therapy may turn psychic suffering into words on the therapist’s couch, fans may be reassured that the pros are trained to translate their nerves into strategy on the pitch.

— Caitlin Stephen Hu, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
But when we’re stressed or in a crisis situation, that same assertiveness can be reassuring.

— Matthew Pittman, The Conversation, 17 July 2026

Definition of reassure

Noun

Access to another exit near the kitchen might also have been narrowed by shelving units and lockers, said Kittharath, who visited the scene Monday morning.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 July 2026
Some sailings bring special guest photographers and photo instructors onboard, while some National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions even feature a gear locker where people can borrow and try out new equipment for a short time.

— Kristen E. Pope, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

Definition of locker

Verb

And no matter how close that build appears to being finished, Cristobal will assure you there’s more work to be done.

— Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
At the same time, the ship’s captain, Francesco Schettino, downplayed the situation and assured passengers that there was no need to panic.

— Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

Definition of assure

Noun

Fisher, who led Florida State to victory in the final BCS National Championship Game in 2014 and coached Texas A&M from 2018-2023, is a closet Georgia football fan.

— Mike Griffith, AJC.com, 17 July 2026
The private primary suite serves as an ultimate retreat, complete with a fireplace, office, custom closet, glam room, and marble bath.

— Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 July 2026

Definition of closet

Verb

Currently level with Messi on eight goals (the Argentinian has the tiebreaker of more assists, four to three), a couple more on the scoresheet in Miami might soothe Mbappe’s personal pride despite his nation’s semi-final disappointment.

— Mark Carey, New York Times, 16 July 2026
Blanket sucking is a self-soothing behavior thought to mimic nursing.

— Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026

Definition of soothe

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