solatium

/soʊˈleɪʃiəm/
noun
  1. Something given as a compensation or comfort for loss, suffering, or disappointment.
    • He received a solatium from the government after his property was damaged in the storm.
    • The apology letter was a solatium for the hurtful words she had spoken.
    • The company offered a small solatium to the customers whose flights were canceled.
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