Words For Sympathy

noun a disappointing or inadequate consolation or reassurance

• The apology was cold comfort to the victims of the crime.
• Getting an apology now is cold comfort after all that has happened.
• Sorry won't cut it, it's just cold comfort.
• His success in the competition was cold comfort for the recent loss of his job.

noun a feeling or expression that is sincere and deeply felt

adjective sincere and deeply felt

• The speaker delivered a heartfelt speech at the charity event.
• I just wanted to send you a heartfelt thank you for all your help.
• Her heartfelt apology really touched me.
• The painting captured the artist's heartfelt emotions.