1. expressions of sympathy and comfort to someone who has experienced a loss, especially the death of a loved one
Usage: typically used in plural form

Examples

• Please accept my condolences on the loss of your father.
• The family received condolences from friends and neighbors.
• She offered her condolences to the grieving widow.
• We extend our deepest condolences to all who knew him.
• The president sent condolences to the victims’ families.
• Their condolences brought comfort during a difficult time.