Difference between Commiseration and Condolence

What is the difference between Commiseration and Condolence?

Commiseration as a noun is the act of commiserating; sorrow for the wants, afflictions, or distresses of another; pity; compassion. while Condolence as a noun is comfort, support or sympathy

Commiseration

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The act of commiserating; sorrow for the wants, afflictions, or distresses of another; pity; compassion.

Condolence

Part of speech: noun

Definition: comfort, support or sympathyAn expression of comfort, support, or sympathy offered to the family and friends of somebody who has died

We hope you now know whether to use Commiseration or Condolence in your sentence.

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