Comfort - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈkʌmfərt|  American pronunciation of the word comfort
Brit.  |ˈkʌmfət|  British pronunciation of the word comfort

noun

- a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain
he is a man who enjoys his comfort
she longed for the comfortableness of her armchair
- a feeling of freedom from worry or disappointment
- the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction (syn: consolation, solace)
- a freedom from financial difficulty that promotes a comfortable state (syn: ease)
he had all the material comforts of this world
- satisfaction or physical well-being provided by a person or thing
his friendship was a comfort
a padded chair was one of the room's few comforts
- bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together (syn: comforter, puff, quilt)
- assistance, such as that provided to an enemy or to a known criminal
it gave comfort to the enemy

verb

- give moral or emotional strength to (syn: console, solace, soothe)
- lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate (syn: ease)

Extra examples

Our family was comforted by the outpouring of support from the community.

We can comfort ourselves with the thought that the worst is over.

These boots provide warmth and comfort in the coldest temperatures.

The car's seats are designed for comfort.

The suites combine comfort with convenience.

The drug gave some comfort to the patient.

I found a cozy chair where I could read in comfort.

He turned to her for comfort and support when he lost his job.

They were great comforts to each other during that difficult time.

All our sports shoes are designed for comfort and performance.

The temperature was too low for comfort.

I dress for comfort, not fashion.

Alan was very reluctant to leave the warmth and comfort of the fire.

Upstairs is a more intimate bar where guests can relax in comfort.

Now you can watch your favorite movies in the comfort of your own home.

Word forms

verb
I/you/we/they: comfort
he/she/it: comforts
present participle: comforting
past tense: comforted
past participle: comforted
noun
singular: comfort
plural: comforts
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