condolence

American  

[kuhn-doh-luhns] / kənˈdoʊ ləns /

Or condolement

noun

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

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condolence British  

/ kənˈdəʊləns, kənˈdəʊlmənt /

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of condolence

First recorded in 1595–1605; condole + -ence

Example Sentences

"We extend our sincere condolences to the Oates family," a spokesman said.

From BBC

Authorities released Taherkhani's body to his family only after they were compelled to pay the equivalent of 18,000 euros and remove condolence banners.

From Barron's

"My condolences are with Luke's family and all who loved him, particularly today on the third anniversary of his tragic death."

From BBC

“Our condolences are with the victim’s family and loved ones,” Glendale Fire Chief Jeff Brooks wrote in a statement released late Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times

“My heart is broken for the Beutner family, and I offer Austin, his wife Virginia, and their entire family my deepest condolences.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• compassion
• consolation
• solace