Synonyms for
Console
Definition
to comfort or offer sympathy to someone who is upset or sad
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- console someone
- console the bereaved
- console yourself
- offer console
- seek console
- console a friend
- console the victims
Word family
noun consolation
verb console
Usage note
Primarily used as a verb meaning to comfort someone in distress. The noun 'consolation' refers to the act of consoling or the state of being consoled.
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Example sentences
- She tried to console her baby brother when he fell down.
- I always try to console my friend when she is upset.
- The teacher tried to console the student who failed the test.
- A hug can be a great way to console someone.
- I hope my words can console you during this difficult time.
Quotes
"The best way to console someone who can't get over the loss of a cat or a dog is to buy them a new puppy or kitten." - Mort Sahl
"We should always offer comfort and console to someone who is grieving." - Amy Klobuchar
"I think music in itself is healing. It's an explosive expression of humanity. It's something we are all touched by. No matter what culture we're from, everyone loves music." - Billy Joel