Etymology
Latin: condolere, meaning "to grieve with"
Meaning
To express sympathy or grief with someone over a loss or misfortune.
Origin
The word "condole" comes from the Latin word "condolere," which is a compound of the prefix "con" (with) and the verb "dolere" (to grieve). The prefix "con" denotes a sense of shared or mutual experience, while the verb "dolere" refers to feelings of pain, sorrow, or grief. Thus, "condole" literally means to "grieve with" someone.
The word "condole" has been in use in English since the 14th century. It was originally used primarily in a religious context, referring to expressions of sympathy for those who had lost loved ones. Over time, the meaning of "condole" has expanded to encompass any expression of sympathy or grief for someone experiencing a loss or misfortune.
Usage
Today, "condole" is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to express sympathy or condolences. It can be used as a verb, as in "I condole with you on the loss of your father," or as a noun, as in "Please accept my condolences on the passing of your loved one."
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