condolence

Or con·dole·ment

[kuhn-doh-luhns]

noun

1. Often condolences. expression of sympathy with a person who is suffering sorrow, misfortune, or grief.

condolence

/ kənˈdəʊləns, kənˈdəʊlmənt /

noun

1. (often plural) an expression of sympathy with someone in grief, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of condolence¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; condole + -ence

Example Sentences

"This is a real tragedy and I send my heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims," he said.

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Luis Montenegro, prime minister of Portugal, expressed "heartfelt condolences" to the family of the British woman who died, and wished a "speedy recovery" to those who were injured.

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Manoj Sinha, the region's Lieutenant Governor appointed by the Indian government, expressed his condolences and said he had ordered an investigation.

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Modi sent his condolences to those who lost loved ones in the blast.

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The Freeman said in a statement to the BBC that it offered its "sincere condolences" to Greg's family and it was investigating his case.

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Related Words

• compassion 
• consolation 
• solace