inconsolable

/,inkən'souləbl/

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Word: Inconsolable

Part of Speech: Adjective

Meaning: The word "inconsolable" describes someone who is very sad and cannot be comforted. It means that no matter what others say or do, the person cannot feel better about their sadness.

Usage Instructions:

• Use "inconsolable" to describe a person who is experiencing deep sorrow or grief.
• It is often used in serious or emotional situations.

Example Sentences:

1. After her dog passed away, she felt inconsolable and could not stop crying.
2. He was inconsolable when he lost his job, feeling that he would never find another one.

Advanced Usage:

• You can also use "inconsolable" in more complex sentences, for example: "Despite the support of her friends, she remained inconsolable after the tragic news."

Word Variants:

• Inconsolably (adverb): In a way that cannot be comforted.
  • Example: He cried inconsolably during the funeral.
• Inconsolability (noun): The state of being inconsolable.
  • Example: Her inconsolability was evident to everyone around her.

Different Meanings:

While "inconsolable" primarily refers to deep sadness, it can also be used in a broader sense to describe someone who is very upset about a situation but not necessarily in a way that is related to death or loss.

Synonyms:

• Unconsolable
• Heartbroken
• Devastated
• Despondent
• Grief-stricken

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There are no direct idioms or phrasal verbs that use "inconsolable," but you can use phrases like: - "At a loss" (feeling confused or unable to find a solution due to sadness) - Example: She was at a loss for words when she heard the news.

Summary:

In summary, "inconsolable" is used to describe someone who is extremely sad and cannot be comforted.

Academic

Adjective

1. sad beyond comforting; incapable of being consoled
   • inconsolable when her son died

Synonyms

• disconsolate
• unconsolable