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condolence

con·do·lence

condolence

 
 
pronunciation:
kn do lns
features:
Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: noun
definition 1: sympathy with a grieving or suffering person.
She expressed her condolence to the family for their sad loss.
synonyms:
pity, sympathy
similar words:
commiseration, compassion, empathy
definition 2: (often pl.) a formal expression of such sympathy.
Please send my condolences to his widow.
synonyms:
sympathy
similar words:
commiseration, consolation, solace
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