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comfy

adjective

com·​fy ˈkəm(p)-fē How to pronounce comfy (audio)
comfier; comfiest
Synonyms of comfynext
: comfortable
a comfy sofa
a comfy routine

Examples of comfy in a Sentence

couldn't wait to return home and sleep in his own comfy bed customers are not likely to get too comfy in the restaurant's unforgiving chairs
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Padding at the heels ensures these faux leather sneakers are comfy straight from the box, but they’re also designed to be simultaneously flexible and supportive to accommodate the needs of your weary feet during long travel days. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 8 Dec. 2025 There’s an arctic chill in the air, marking the official start of comfy pants season. Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025 Earlier this year, Rihanna took a similar styling approach to Tyla with her LV x Murakami Speedy bag, wearing it with a comfy sweatsuit and sneakers. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 7 Dec. 2025 Hanging new curtains, adding a plush area rug, and bringing in comfy seating are simple yet impactful ways to cozy up the space. Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for comfy

Word History

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of comfy was in 1829

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“Comfy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comfy. Accessed 9 Dec. 2025.

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