consolation
/ˌkɑnsəˈleɪʃən/
noun
- Something that provides comfort or relief to someone who is sad, disappointed, or grieving.
- The prize money was a small consolation for the months of hard work that ended in failure.
- Her kind words were a great consolation to me during a difficult time.
- After losing the game, the team found consolation in knowing they had played their best.
- The act of comforting someone who is sad or disappointed.
- She needed no consolation; she was already at peace with the decision.
- He offered words of consolation to his crying friend.
- The priest's consolation helped the family cope with their loss.