condolatory

Meanings

• adjective, noun

  expressing sympathy and concern for the grief or loss of another

  - "She gave a condolatory message to the bereaved family."
  - "The condolatory letters poured in after the tragic accident."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with condolatory
solitary , victory , jubilatory

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Variants

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condolatory , condole , condoled , condoles , condoling

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'condolor' meaning 'I feel with', 'I sympathize'. The suffix 'ary' is added to denote the quality or state of condolence.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'condolatory' first appeared in English in the 16th century.

2. In some cultures, it is considered impolite to offer condolences in the form of money, as it may be perceived as insincere.

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Related Concepts

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

2. consolation: The act of comforting or cheering up someone who is sad or distressed.

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Culture

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In various cultures, condolatory messages are an essential part of expressing sympathy and support to those who have lost a loved one. Condolatory messages can take many forms, including letters, phone calls, visits, or gifts. In some cultures, it is customary to offer food or other sustenance to the bereaved family as a sign of support.

How to Memorize "condolatory"

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   - Imagine a person offering condolences to another person in need. Visualize the expression of sympathy and concern on the person's face.

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   - Associate the word 'condolatory' with the idea of comforting and supporting someone in their time of need.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Condoling is caring' to help memorize the meaning of the word.

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