Main Entry:

com·fort·able

Pronunciation:

\ˈkəm(p)(f)-tə(r)-bəl, ˈkəm(p)-fə(r)-tə-bəl, ˈkəm-fə(r)-bəl\

Function:

adjective

Date:

1769

1 a: affording or enjoying contentment and security <a comfortable income> b: affording or enjoying physical comfort <a comfortable chair> <was too comfortable to move>2 a: free from vexation or doubt <comfortable assumptions> b: free from stress or tension <a comfortable routine>

— com·fort·able·ness noun

— com·fort·ably \-blē\ adverb

synonyms comfortable, cozy, snug, easy, restful mean enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security. comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease <started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings>. cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness <a cozy neighborhood coffee shop>. snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more <a snug little cottage>. easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint <living in easy circumstances>. restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation <a quiet restful vacation>.