What is another word for consolation?

Common synonyms for consolation include solace, comfort, solacement.

What is the opposite of consolation?

Antonyms of consolation include aggravation, affliction, distress, suffering, misery.

Synonyms for

Consolation

Noun / ˌkɑ:nsʌˈleɪʃʌn / Another word for consolation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Comfort received by a person after a loss or disappointment.

Synonyms & similar words

solace comfort solacement comfort solace relief encouragement support uplifting heartening condolence compassion empathy pity sympathy understanding consoling soothing reassurance encouragement help aid

Synonyms by register

Formal

solace comfort reassurance alleviation

Informal

cheer pat on the back reassurance

Literary

balm succor solace

Antonyms

aggravation affliction distress suffering misery grief hardship

Common collocations

seek consolation
offer consolation
find consolation
little consolation
cold consolation
consolation prize
consolation in
consolation for

Word family

noun consolation

verb console

adjective consoling

adverb consolingly

Usage note

Consolation refers to comfort received after a loss or disappointment. It is often used in formal contexts, especially when discussing grief or defeat, as in 'consolation prize'.

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