condole

Meanings

• verb

  express sympathy or console for (someone)

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with condole
console , decollate , collate , contemplate

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Variants

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condolatory , condole , condoled , condoles , condoling

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Etymology

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From Latin condolere 'grieve with' or ' Console, comfort, soothe, alleviate, or assuage sorrow, pain, or distress'

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Trivia

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1. The word 'condole' is derived from the Latin word 'condolere' which means 'to grieve with'.

2. In some cultures, it is customary to offer food and drink to those who are mourning as a way of offering condolences.

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Related Concepts

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1. sympathy: The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.

2. consolation: An act or expression of sympathy or comfort.

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Culture

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In Haitian culture, the word 'condole' is often used in the context of a 'condoleance' which is a traditional ceremony held to pay respects and offer comfort to the family of a deceased person. This ceremony involves prayers, singing, and offering food and drink to the mourners.

How to Memorize "condole"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of comforting someone in need, offering a listening ear and a comforting presence.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'condole' with the idea of offering comfort and support to those in need.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Condole means comforting soul' to remember the meaning of the word.

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