Explaining “Misery loves company”

What does it mean?

The phrase "Misery loves company" means that people who are unhappy or suffering tend to seek out others who are in a similar situation, often to feel a sense of solidarity or shared experience.

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Origin

The origin of the phrase can be traced back to ancient times, with a similar sentiment appearing in text like "Solamen miseris socios habuisse doloris," a line from playwright Christopher Marlowe's "Doctor Faustus" in the late 16th century, which means "It is a comfort to the unfortunate to have had companions in woe."