condolence
nounUK /kənˈdəʊləns/
US /kənˈdoʊləns/
Words you say to show you are sorry when someone's family member or friend dies.
She sent a card of condolence to her neighbor after his father passed away.
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2. An expression of sympathy offered in person or in writing.
He offered his condolences to the widow at the funeral.
3. A formal message or note expressing sorrow for someone's loss.
The company sent a letter of condolence to the employee's family.
4. The act of sharing in another person's sadness or misfortune.
Her visit was a quiet condolence during a very hard week.