Inconsolable: meaning, definitions and examples

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inconsolable

 

[ ɪn.kənˈsoʊ.lə.bəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

emotional state

Inconsolable refers to a state of emotional distress where an individual cannot be comforted or soothed. This term is often used to describe someone who is overwhelmed by grief or sadness and is unable to find relief or solace in typical forms of support. When a person is inconsolable, their emotions may be so intense that no words or actions can provide the needed comfort. It implies a profound level of despair that makes it difficult for others to help.

Synonyms

despondent, distraught, heartbroken, unconsolable

Examples of usage

  • She was inconsolable after the loss of her pet.
  • The child became inconsolable following the separation from her parents.
  • He remained inconsolable, even after receiving the good news.

Translations

Translations of the word "inconsolable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inconsolável

🇮🇳 असंतोषजनक

🇩🇪 untröstlich

🇮🇩 tak terhibur

🇺🇦 неспокійний

🇵🇱 niepocieszony

🇯🇵 慰められない

🇫🇷 inconsolable

🇪🇸 inconsolable

🇹🇷 teselli edilemez

🇰🇷 위로할 수 없는

🇸🇦 غير قابل للتعزية

🇨🇿 neutěšitelný

🇸🇰 neutešiteľný

🇨🇳 无可慰藉的

🇸🇮 neutolažljiv

🇮🇸 óhuggandi

🇰🇿 утешілмейтін

🇬🇪 არასამშვიდობო

🇦🇿 sakinləşdirilməz

🇲🇽 inconsolable

Etymology

The word 'inconsolable' originates from the Latin 'in' meaning 'not' and 'consolabilis' which comes from 'consolari' meaning 'to comfort'. The combination suggests someone who cannot be comforted. It has been used in English since at least the late 14th century, appearing in literary works to describe deep sorrow. It has often depicted characters who experience profound loss, highlighting the emotional struggles that are part of the human experience. The term is still prevalent today in both literary and everyday contexts to describe states of deep emotional turmoil.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,690, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.