condoled

Meanings

• Verb

  To express sympathy or condolence to someone for a loss or sorrow.

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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 Old French word 'condoler', meaning 'to console, comfort'.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'condoled' is often used interchangeably with the word 'console'.

2. In some cultures, it is customary to bring food to the family of the deceased as a form of condolence.

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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 literature, 'condoled' is often used in expressions of sympathy and condolence. For instance, in Shakespeare's 'Hamlet', Polonius says, 'Give her the next signification: They have been merry, and they have been sad, signifying they have both laughed and cried.' This is followed by the line, 'Then let them hear my challenge. I'll tell them I have heard that Laertes and Ophelia were together; and, to this purpose, I'll use this distaff and the least of their shears, to seem their weaver, and, with a heavy yet kindly spirit, I'll condole with them.'

How to Memorize "condoled"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine someone expressing their condolences to a grieving person. Visualize the tone of voice, the facial expressions, and the body language.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'condoled' with the image of a comforting hand or a sympathetic ear.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the phrase 'Condolence is a consoling action.' to remember the meaning of the word.

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