Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
commiserate
verb
/kəˈmɪz.ə.reɪt/
Definition
To express or feel sympathy or compassion for someone who is experiencing difficulties.
Examples
- She went to the funeral to commiserate with the grieving family.
- He called his friend to commiserate about their disappointing results.
- They often commiserate over coffee about their work struggles.
Meaning
Commisserate means to share in someone’s sorrow or misfortune, and to show support or understanding towards their feelings.
Synonyms
- sympathize
- console
- empathize
- compassionate
- condole
