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.
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.
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Nasha Smith, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Not only are flags placed at every grave, as is done here, but the army assigns a soldier to stand by each grave to comfort the family and to honor their memory.
—Rabbi Steve Roth, Sun Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2025
Eve Chen, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2025
With mobile physician care available, patients can receive care in the comfort of their own homes, reducing anxiety and stress associated with doctors' offices and travel.
—Paulina Wierzbicka, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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Verb
What’s On the Menu The Official Kentucky Derby 151 On-Track Food Menu delivers a mix of Southern staples and polished showstoppers—dishes that are comforting, upscale, and built to last through long race-day service.
—Nasha Smith, Forbes.com, 23 Apr. 2025
Not only are flags placed at every grave, as is done here, but the army assigns a soldier to stand by each grave to comfort the family and to honor their memory.
—Rabbi Steve Roth, Sun Sentinel, 23 Apr. 2025
Noun
Like a standalone vacation rental property or timeshare, each unit offers all the comforts of home.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2025
With mobile physician care available, patients can receive care in the comfort of their own homes, reducing anxiety and stress associated with doctors' offices and travel.
—Paulina Wierzbicka, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
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“Comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comfort. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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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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