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Synonym Chooser

How does the adjective comfortable differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of comfortable are cozy, easy, restful, and snug. While all these words 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

When might cozy be a better fit than comfortable?

The words cozy and comfortable are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness.

a cozy neighborhood coffee shop

When could easy be used to replace comfortable?

The meanings of easy and comfortable largely overlap; however, easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint.

living in easy circumstances

When can restful be used instead of comfortable?

While in some cases nearly identical to comfortable, restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation.

a quiet restful vacation

When would snug be a good substitute for comfortable?

Although the words snug and comfortable have much in common, snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more.

a snug little cottage

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of comfortable The coaches can watch the film and be comfortable with the fight. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 12 Oct. 2025 So yes, get comfortable with AI. Brandon Griffin, USA Today, 12 Oct. 2025 The surprisingly spacious pack is lightweight and comfortable to carry, equipped with a multitude of handy pockets for your trail essentials, as well as a breathable mesh back panel that’s fitted with EVA foam. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 Oct. 2025 Hoka Mach 6 Make getting from point A to point B comfortable, springy, and stylish with these Hoka sneakers. Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for comfortable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfortable
Adjective
  • Other campers and tents can certainly be quite snug, too.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 12 Oct. 2025
  • At Iowa, as Cignetti warned his team this week, stands are snug up against the sideline and the sound can be deafening, which is why quarterback Fernando Mendoza did not audible against the Hawkeyes.
    Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 28 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Linen-cotton blends with easy, breathable washes are ideal for relaxed shirting.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
  • The most relaxed policies generally permit guests to cancel for a full refund 14 days before check-in.
    Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 15 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The northern Appalachians will have the inverse, a mild start that turns cool, but keep the plentiful sun.
    James Powel, USA Today, 12 Oct. 2025
  • Browse the galleries at Tlaquepaque Sedona has a thriving arts community with plentiful galleries, and many of them can be found at the Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village.
    Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 11 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Old-school phishing emails were easy to spot because of typos and bad grammar.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2025
  • While allowed, breaking away from it would not be easy for Pennsylvania—or any other state which is currently served by it.
    Giulia Carbonaro, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The extra subsidies are especially generous for this group.
    Elena Shao, New York Times, 11 Oct. 2025
  • But the Stranahans, who owned 10 acres of land in total, were equally generous with their land.
    Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • The actress kept the rest of her look casual and texture-focused, pairing her mary janes with a soft gray sweater featuring an oversized ruffle neckline and a raw-hem denim miniskirt.
    Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025
  • By cutting t-shirts into continuous strips and giving them a gentle stretch, the fabric curls into a soft, versatile yarn.
    Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • His ample thoughts on the matter are informed by a lifetime spent in conscious retrospect on his accomplishments and how the perception of his relationship with them is shared publicly.
    Chris Barilla, PEOPLE, 14 Oct. 2025
  • The Ezra Oversized Coffee Table This 47-inch tabletop offers ample space for everything from coffee cups to decorative accents—ideal for both entertaining and everyday use.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • Rooms feature floor-to-ceiling views of Red Rock State Park, fireplaces, and spacious patios or balconies.
    Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025
  • Per The New York Post, the spacious 21,000-square-foot Olympia Fields estate was sold to an unknown buyer, but the history behind the home may have had much to do with its purchase.
    Amber Corrine, VIBE.com, 14 Oct. 2025

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“Comfortable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfortable. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

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