creature comfort

noun

Synonyms of creature comfortnext
: something (such as food, warmth, or special accommodations) that gives bodily comfort

Examples of creature comfort in a Sentence

she's too addicted to creature comforts to enjoy roughing it, even for a few days
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Which is why Ahmad decided to add a few more creature comforts. — CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026 Beyond the wildlife and creature comforts, however, the soul of the journey lay in its connection to the river’s communities. — Liam Hess, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2026 This family faithfully served their country while living at the highest echelons of their society and enjoying the best creature comforts. — Jieun Baek, Foreign Affairs, 30 Oct. 2026 But even non-billionaire buyers want creature comforts for the apocalypse. — Megan Buerger, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for creature comfort

Word History

First Known Use

1641, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of creature comfort was in 1641

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“Creature comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/creature%20comfort. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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