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consoling

Consoling (adjective) means providing comfort during grief or disappointment. Example: “She said a few consoling words before leaving.”

adjective
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Providing comfort during grief or disappointment.
"She said a few consoling words before leaving."

Word forms

more consoling comparative, consolings plural, most consoling superlative

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What does “consoling” mean?

The word “consoling” means providing comfort during grief or disappointment.

How do you use “consoling” in a sentence?

Here is “consoling” used in a sentence: “She said a few consoling words before leaving.”

What part of speech is “consoling”?

“Consoling” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of consoling?

"consoling" (adjective) means providing comfort during grief or disappointment.

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