solace
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsɒl.ɪs/
KK: /ˈsɑləs/
noun
Definition
A thing or person that provides comfort or relief during difficult times.
Example
After the loss of her pet, she found solace in her friends and family.
Conversation
I’ve been feeling really down lately, and I just need some solace.
I understand; we all go through tough times sometimes.
Yeah, I think I just need to talk it out with someone I trust.
I’m here for you; talking always brings me some solace too.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
comfort
consolation
relief
Antonyms
distress
sorrow
anguish
transitive verb
Definition
To provide comfort or relief to someone who is feeling sad or troubled.
Example
She solaced her friend after the loss of his pet by spending time with him.
Tense Forms
Past: solaced
Past Participle: solaced
Conversation
I’ve been feeling really down lately.
I'm sorry to hear that. Is there anything that can solace you?
Talking to you helps a bit, but I need more time to heal.
Root Explanation
Solace comes from Old French 'solace' (meaning comfort or consolation), which in turn comes from Latin 'solacium' (meaning comfort or relief) derived from 'solari' (meaning to soothe). The word 'solace' refers to the act of providing comfort or relief in times of distress.
Memory Tip
Think of 'solace' as a way to 'soothe' someone in distress, providing them with comfort and relief.
Visually Confused Words
shoelace
stolae
unsolaced
someplace
sole
soce
slae
lace