Meanings
Popularized by William Shakespeare in The Taming of the Shrew, see quotations.
How to pronounce "cold comfort":
AU
Much less reassurance, consolation, aid, or pleasure than one needs or desires.
Example Sentences
1
The apology was cold comfort for the damage done.
2
Winning the consolation prize was cold comfort after losing the championship.
3
Knowing that others are in the same situation is of cold comfort to those struggling.
4
Receiving a small discount was cold comfort considering the poor quality of the product.
5
Being told to be grateful for what you have is cold comfort when you are dealing with a difficult situation.
