console
verb (used with object)
to alleviate or lessen the grief, sorrow, or disappointment of; give solace or comfort.
consoled
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past participleof console.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof console.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
consoleverb (used with object)to alleviate or lessen the grief, sorrow, or disappointment of; give solace or comfort.
Example Sentences
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“It has been subject to increasingly aggressive change. When I was younger, it was sad for me to witness. I was consoled because Vlore was not the center, but then they started attacking here too.”
From Slate ● Sep. 8, 2026
Some have apologized for the affront and consoled customers, helping them move through the stages of grief to acceptance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026
Modric, who was making his 23rd World Cup appearance, was consoled by Ronaldo, his former Real Madrid team-mate, after the final whistle.
From BBC ● Jul. 3, 2026
"What a horrible night for the young keeper. The Atleti fans actually gave him sympathetic applause but not sure how he can be consoled after that."
From BBC ● Mar. 10, 2026
He consoled himself finally with the thought that the rent was paid and that they were safe for thirty days.
From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith
