Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

commiserator

noun

/kəˈmɪz.ə.reɪ.tər/

Definition

A person who expresses sympathy or sorrow for someone else’s misfortune.

Examples

After hearing about her loss, he became a commiserator and sat with her for hours, sharing her grief.
The group of friends were commiserators, always there for each other in tough times.
She appreciated his role as a commiserator during her difficult moments.

Meaning

The term ‘commiserator’ refers to an individual who shows compassion and understanding towards another person’s suffering or adversity. They typically share in the feelings of sadness or disappointment experienced by someone else, offering comfort or support.