What does consolation mean?
Consolation means The act or example of consoling; the condition of being consoled..
Consolation
/ˌkɑn.səˈleɪ.ʃən/ · noun
Meaning
The act or example of consoling; the condition of being consoled..
Definitions by Sense
- The act or example of consoling; the condition of being consoled.
- The prize or benefit for the loser.
- (sports) A consolation goal.
Example Sentences
Moreouer the perfit beleue of this article, worketh in all true chriſten people, aloue to continue in this vnitie, and afeare to be caſte out of the ſame, and it worketh in them that be ſinners and repentant, great comforte, and conſolacion, to obteine remiſſion of ſinne, by vertue of Chriſtes paſſion, and adminiſtracion of his ſacramentes at the miniſters handes, ordained for that purpoſe, [...]
[I]f Charles is undone, He'll find half his Acquaintance ruin'd too, and that, you know, is a consolation—
Synonyms for consolation
Antonyms for consolation
Related Words
Word Forms
- consolations
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for consolation?
Common synonyms include alleviation, comfort, consolation, ease.
What is the opposite of consolation?
Possible antonyms include distress, vexation.
How do you use consolation in a sentence?
Moreouer the perfit beleue of this article, worketh in all true chriſten people, aloue to continue in this vnitie, and afeare to be caſte out of the ſame, and it worketh in them that be ſinners and repentant, great comforte, and conſolacion, to obteine remiſſion of ſinne, by vertue of Chriſtes paſſion, and adminiſtracion of his ſacramentes at the miniſters handes, ordained for that purpoſe, [...]
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