word
Consolation
Kah-nsuh-LAY-shuhn
/ˌkɑːnsʌˈleɪʃʌn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
consolation
Dictionary meaning
The act of consoling.
Examples
- Offer your friends consolation in their times of need.
- Second place was no consolation to the team after a hard fought match.
Synonyms: comfort
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