English dictionary

consolation

/,k/A/ns/@/'l/eI//S//@/n/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment

noun.feeling

Examples
Second place was no consolation to him.

Synonyms solace solacement

Source: WordNet 3.0
the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction

noun.act

Examples
His presence was a consolation to her.

Synonyms comfort solace

Source: WordNet 3.0
The act of consoling; the state of being consoled; allevation of misery or distress of mind; refreshment of spirit; comfort; that which consoles or comforts the spirit.

noun

Source: webster1913