Consolation
Pronunciation : Con`so*la"tion
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [L. consolatio: cf. F. consolation.]
Definition : Defn: The act of consoling; the state of being consoled; allevation of misery or distress of mind; refreshment of spirit; comfort; that which consoles or comforts the spirit. Against such cruelties With inward consolations recompensed. Milton. Are the consolations of God small with thee Job xv. 11.
Syn. -- Comfort; solace; allevation. See Comfort.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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