consolation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun the comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment
    solacement; solace.
    • second place was no consolation to him
  2. noun the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction
    comfort; solace.
    • his presence was a consolation to her

WordNet

Con`so*la"tion noun
Etymology
L. consolatio: cf. F. consolation.
Definitions
  1. The act of consoling; the state of being consoled; allevation of misery or distress of mind; refreshment of spirit; comfort; that which consoles or comforts the spirit.
    Against such cruelties With inward consolations recompensed. Milton.
    Are the consolations of God small with thee? Job xv. 11.
    Syn. -- Comfort; solace; allevation. See Comfort.

Webster 1913