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condoliations

A response for when you don't know if someone is sharing good news or bad from their perspective, so you split the difference, half congratulations, half condolences.

Portmanteau created by Alex L. - Halifax, Nova Scotia around 2005.
I no longer work there.... "Condoliations".
My in-laws are coming to visit... "Condoliations:.
We broke up recently.... "Condoliations:
by HalifaxAlex September 28, 2023
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hater consolations

comfort taken in finding shortcomings in people who are succesful in some other aspect.
sure stephen hawkings understands the elegance and beauty of this universe, but i'm the one who gets to walk down the beach.
by king kong NINJA April 20, 2004
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Condolations

Condolations:

A situation that is both unfortunate yet celebratory at the same time. Used in uncomfortable situations.
Them: I got that promotion with a big bump in pay, but the boss is a major asshole.

You: Hey, condolations!

Them: My 16 year daughter's expecting (marrying her thug boyfriend, etc..).

You: Well, condolations.
by late_nite_guy_62 February 20, 2010
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condolulations

an expression of joy in the success or good fortune of another combined with an expression of sympathy to someone who is experiencing pain arising from death, deep mental anguish, or misfortune.
Someone tells you they are having a baby but you are not sure that they meant/want to be pregnant: "I would like to offer my deepest condolulations"
by blamo54 December 19, 2012
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Condolations

When a situation calls for condolences for one and congratulations for someone else.
You're parents got a promotion and they are moving out of state leaving you alone.
"Hey great news about your Moms promotion, oh, sorry you're going to be alone here aren't you? Condolations...
by Steve Day December 30, 2008
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Condolations

an expression of surprise and confusion, especially on the occasion where a good thing happens at the worst timing
Oh, you got remarried at your husband's funeral? My Condolations!
by MoodMechanic November 15, 2022
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Condolulations

Combination of "condolences" and "congratulations." Used in response to a statement or pronouncement where the user is unsure of how the person who made the statement feels about their statement or pronouncement.
"My divorce is final." "Condolulations?"
by UncleWillard August 21, 2020
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