adjective
- expressing sympathy or sorrow for someone's loss or misfortune
Usage: formal; often used in written expressions of sympathy
Examples
- She sent a condolatory letter to the family after their loss.
- The president issued a condolatory statement following the tragedy.
- His condolatory remarks at the funeral were deeply appreciated.
- The condolatory tone of the message conveyed genuine compassion.
- They received many condolatory calls from friends and colleagues.
- A condolatory gesture, such as flowers, can provide comfort during grief.