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consolation
noun
Synonyms and Antonyms of CONSOLATION
1
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering <the consolation of the grieving family by their pastor>
Related Words commiseration, compassion, condolence, feeling, sympathy; counseling (or counselling); humanity, kindheartedness, kindliness, kindness, mercy, pity
2
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble <the consolation that our favorite foods give us when we're having a bad day>
Related Words encouragement, inspiration, uplift; assurance, reassurance; alleviation, assuagement, mitigation; contentment, gladness, happiness; commiseration, empathy, sympathy; aid, assistance, help, succor
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