com·fort
ˈkəm(p)-fərt 
comforted; comforting; comforts
1
: to give strength and hope to : cheer
comforted by the knowledge that the program will be fully funded
2
: to ease the grief or trouble of : console
The mother comforted her crying child.
The bereaved families of the victims were comforted by friends.
1
: strengthening aid:
a
: assistance, support
accused of giving aid and comfort to the enemy
b
: consolation in time of trouble or worry : solace
He turned to her for comfort when he lost his job.
2
a
: a feeling of relief or encouragement
It's a comfort to know that I can rely on you for help.
b
: contented well-being
a life of ease and comfort
3
: a satisfying or enjoyable experience
Seeing her son again after so many years was a great comfort.
4
: one that gives or brings comfort
all the comforts of home
Her grandchildren were always a great comfort to her.
Synonyms
Examples of comfort in a Sentence
Verb
Our family was comforted by the outpouring of support from the community.
We can comfort ourselves with the thought that the worst is over.
Noun
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.
Recent Examples on the Web
David Lightman, Sacramento Bee, 23 Apr. 2024
Video footage shows rescuers hoisting the life jacket-wearing dogs up into the helicopter using a large basket, offering comforting pets when needed.
—USA TODAY, 23 Apr. 2024
In the comments section, Jill and Derick were met with comforting messages from fans, friends and various family members.
—Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 23 Apr. 2024
Sit around the dinner table and dig into these dishes that balance nutritious ingredients with comforting flavors.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 23 Apr. 2024
The sound of Tortured Poets offers that familiar embrace, with pop tracks that sparkle with intelligence and meditative ones that wrap tons of comforting aura around Swift's ruminations.
—Ann Powers, NPR, 19 Apr. 2024
The film also excels at capturing the comforting rhythms of John’s daily life with Michael — the walks to and from school, afternoons in the park, mealtimes, bedtime stories.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Apr. 2024
This information also helps people comfort those who have lost someone to suicide.
—Sarah Schuster, Health, 14 Apr. 2024
Expect comforting dishes like large pasta loops with heritage pork shoulder ragu and wines ranging from acidic Etna Bianco to complex Nebbiolo.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2024
Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2024
Born with a stability-seeking Taurus moon, Consuelos finds comfort and resonance in Ripa’s methodical mind and practical approach, particularly due to her Mercury in Virgo.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 27 Apr. 2024
The notion of a hero capable of saving us all is revealed to be hollow, but the characters find comfort in community.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
Balancing comfort and professionalism is key to making a strong impression during the case interview.
—Ebony Flake, Essence, 26 Apr. 2024
As owner of the new Kookaburra Lounge comedy venue, Cazorla is intent on maximizing comfort — of performers and audience members — above exorbitant club cover charges.
—Julie Seabaugh, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2024
Using premium materials like Pima cotton and innovative technical fabrics, Greyson ensures comfort, durability, and performance in every piece.
—Katie Ann Lehman, Variety, 25 Apr. 2024
And comfort is especially important since First Post at Churchill Downs is at 10:30 a.m., but the official Derby race isn’t until after 6 p.m.
—Amanda McDonald, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2024
Fans who itch for game analysis, feedback, predictions or the comfort of other Kings fans leading up to the game, or the day after, can tune into daytime radio personalities in Sacramento.
—Marcus D. Smith, Sacramento Bee, 16 Apr. 2024
Verb
Strickland, now 54, met Garvey a year ago at a fundraiser at Huntington Beach’s Huntington Club, finally shaking hands with the man forever etched in his memory in the sort of comforting recollection that only grows more tender with time.
—David Lightman, Sacramento Bee, 23 Apr. 2024
Video footage shows rescuers hoisting the life jacket-wearing dogs up into the helicopter using a large basket, offering comforting pets when needed.
—USA TODAY, 23 Apr. 2024
In the comments section, Jill and Derick were met with comforting messages from fans, friends and various family members.
—Stephanie Wenger, Peoplemag, 23 Apr. 2024
Sit around the dinner table and dig into these dishes that balance nutritious ingredients with comforting flavors.
—Kara Peeler, Sunset Magazine, 23 Apr. 2024
The sound of Tortured Poets offers that familiar embrace, with pop tracks that sparkle with intelligence and meditative ones that wrap tons of comforting aura around Swift's ruminations.
—Ann Powers, NPR, 19 Apr. 2024
The film also excels at capturing the comforting rhythms of John’s daily life with Michael — the walks to and from school, afternoons in the park, mealtimes, bedtime stories.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Apr. 2024
This information also helps people comfort those who have lost someone to suicide.
—Sarah Schuster, Health, 14 Apr. 2024
Expect comforting dishes like large pasta loops with heritage pork shoulder ragu and wines ranging from acidic Etna Bianco to complex Nebbiolo.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 10 Apr. 2024
Noun
That comfort comes from the brand’s signature cloudfoam padding that is designed to keep feet supported all day long.
—Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2024
Born with a stability-seeking Taurus moon, Consuelos finds comfort and resonance in Ripa’s methodical mind and practical approach, particularly due to her Mercury in Virgo.
—Valerie Mesa, Peoplemag, 27 Apr. 2024
The notion of a hero capable of saving us all is revealed to be hollow, but the characters find comfort in community.
—David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024
Balancing comfort and professionalism is key to making a strong impression during the case interview.
—Ebony Flake, Essence, 26 Apr. 2024
As owner of the new Kookaburra Lounge comedy venue, Cazorla is intent on maximizing comfort — of performers and audience members — above exorbitant club cover charges.
—Julie Seabaugh, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2024
Using premium materials like Pima cotton and innovative technical fabrics, Greyson ensures comfort, durability, and performance in every piece.
—Katie Ann Lehman, Variety, 25 Apr. 2024
And comfort is especially important since First Post at Churchill Downs is at 10:30 a.m., but the official Derby race isn’t until after 6 p.m.
—Amanda McDonald, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2024
Fans who itch for game analysis, feedback, predictions or the comfort of other Kings fans leading up to the game, or the day after, can tune into daytime radio personalities in Sacramento.
—Marcus D. Smith, Sacramento Bee, 16 Apr. 2024
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“Comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comfort. Accessed 1 May. 2024.
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comfort
1 of 2 verb
com·fort
ˈkəm(p)-fərt
comfort
2 of 2 noun1
: acts or words that comfort
2
: the feeling of the one that is comforted
find comfort in a mother's love
3
: something that makes a person comfortable
the comforts of home
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