Con`so*la"tion (?), n.
[L. consolatio: cf. F. consolation.]
The act of consoling; the state of being consoled; allevation of misery or distress of mind; refreshment of spirit; comfort; that which consoles or comforts the spirit.
Against such
cruelties
With inward
consolations recompensed.
Milton.
Are the
consolations of God small with thee?
Job xv.
11.
Syn. -- Comfort; solace; allevation.
See Comfort.
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