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solace Synonyms

Another word for solace

Choosing another word for solace depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

Comfort or consolation in a time of distress, grief, or sadness.

Usage Example

"After losing his job, he found comfort in painting and spending quiet afternoons in the garden."

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comfort
consolation
relief
Strong
peace
reassurance
refuge

• noun (Context 2)

Something that provides comfort, consolation, or relief from sorrow.

Usage Example

"Classical music was a constant comfort to her during the long winter months."

Strongest
comfort
consolation
balm

• verb (Context 3)

To give comfort or consolation to someone in a time of distress or grief; to alleviate sorrow or pain.

Usage Example

"She solaced herself with the thought that her children were safe and thriving."

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console
comfort
soothe
Strong
assuage
relieve
cheer

Opposites of solace

The opposite of solace shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

distress
grief
torment
anguish
grieve
afflict
misery
affliction
See all opposites of solace

• Nearby Words

sojourn
sojourner
sol
solace
solanum
solar
solarium

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Solace. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/solace
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