CEFR B2

console

verb

Meaning

To make someone feel less unhappy, upset, or disappointed, especially by offering comfort or sympathy.

Examples

He tried to console her after her dog died.
The coach consoled the players after their tough loss.

Synonyms: comfort, soothe, reassure, solace

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console (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /kənˈsoʊl/

Definition

To make someone feel less unhappy, upset, or disappointed, especially by offering comfort or sympathy.

Examples

He tried to console her after her dog died.
The coach consoled the players after their tough loss.
She was consoled by the thought that she had tried her best.

How to Use console

console someone (prepositional phrase): To offer comfort or sympathy to a person. — "The teacher consoled the student who failed the exam."
console yourself with (prepositional phrase): To find comfort in something, especially when feeling unhappy. — "She consoled herself with a large slice of cake after a difficult day."

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