Synonyms of console

console 1 of 2

noun

ˈkän-ˌsōl 

as in cabinet

a storage case typically having doors and shelves

a custom-built walnut console holds all of their home-theater components

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cabinet
• cupboard
• locker
• closet
• dresser
• sideboard
• buffet
• chest
• press
• hutch
• bookcase
• credenza
• secretary
• breakfront
• china closet
• wardrobe
• étagère
• armoire
• showcase
• shelving
• vitrine
• pie safe
• cuddy
• taboret
• credence
• cabinetry
• clothespress
• garderobe

console

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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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• comfort
• reassure
• assure
• soothe
• cheer
• solace
• uplift
• sympathize
• lift
• empathize
• condole
• alleviate
• relieve
• elevate
• commiserate
• buoy (up)
• calm
• allay
• quiet
• relax
• boost
• assuage
• tranquilize

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• distress
• trouble
• torment
• torture
• discourage
• worry
• upset
• intensify
• fret
• demoralize
• aggravate
• annoy
• worsen
• dishearten
• irritate
• harass
• irk
• pester

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of console

Noun

The platform supports a range of smart TVs, streaming devices, mobile phones, tablets and game consoles, giving subscribers plenty of options for streaming on their preferred device. — Sophie Dunne, HollywoodReporter, 19 Oct. 2026

This accent color continues into the cabin on the dashboard and center console, while the standard four-way power-adjustable sport seats add to the sense of occasion with plaid inserts. — Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026

Verb

The show then flashes forward to the other women emotionally processing the news of his overdose and coming together at Angie’s to console one another and share memories of Robert. — Tom Smyth, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026

That gave way to sadness and the responsibility of consoling distraught students. — Usa Today Staff, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026