Commiserations

/kəˌmɪzəˈreɪʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of commiseration; multiple expressions of sympathy and sorrow for someone's misfortune.

Etymology

Plural form of commiseration, from Latin commiseratio. Standard English pluralization.

Kelly Says

The word 'commiserations' appears frequently on greeting cards for difficult moments—it's interesting that English has specific ritual words for shared grief that feel more authentic than generic sympathy.

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