Dictionary Entry
commiseration
Part of SpeechnounPronunciationkuh-miz-uh-rey-shunWord FrequencyUncommon (3.44)Curriculum FrequencyLess common (1)The act of commiserating; sorrow for the hardships or afflictions of another; pity; compassion.
In a Sentence
“Despite their own struggles, the villagers offered commiseration to the family who lost their home in the fire.”
Published Usage Examples
“None of which has anything to do with what you're going through, but I offer this humble tale in commiseration with your continuing insomnia problem.”
“They looked now to where he stood outside the door, receiving commiseration from a group of mourners.”
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Origin
From Latin 'commiserari' meaning 'to pity together'.
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