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Consolation (Noun)

The act of consoling; giving relief in affliction; "his presence was a consolation to her".

Nouns denoting acts or actions.

Her family's support was a great consolation to her after the loss of her loved one.
The thought of being reunited with her in the afterlife was a consolation to him during his grief.
The warm words of encouragement from her teacher were a consolation to the student who had failed the exam.
The financial aid provided by the charity was a consolation to the family who had lost their home in the fire.
The company's offer to rehire him was a consolation to the employee who had been laid off due to company restructuring.

The comfort you feel when consoled in times of disappointment; "second place was no consolation to him".

Nouns denoting feelings and emotions.

Winning a smaller prize was little consolation to her after being so close to winning the grand prize.
The news of the company's bankruptcy was devastating, but the severance package was some consolation to the laid-off employees.
For him, being the runner-up in the tournament was no consolation, as he had been determined to win the championship.
Losing the game was a bitter pill to swallow, but the fact that they had played well was some consolation to the team.
After the loss of her loved one, the condolences from friends and family were a small consolation, but they helped her to cope with her grief.