1
as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the mourners found comfort in their pastor's words
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2
as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living
a family campground with all the comforts of home
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as in ease
reduction of or freedom from pain
a life of comfort
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as in amenity
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
a hotel room featuring an array of domestic comforts
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as in to assure
to ease the grief or distress of
the first responders did their best to comfort the victims of the terrible tornado
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Recent Examples of comfort
Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 6 Mar. 2026
After her death, Begel found comfort in the Catholic faith after years of being nonreligious.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
This bright and comforting carrot soufflé is one that is welcome on the table all year round but feels especially festive for the Easter holiday.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Or order the enchiladas for comfort with a bite.
—Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 6 Mar. 2026
After her death, Begel found comfort in the Catholic faith after years of being nonreligious.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 6 Mar. 2026
Verb
The sauce hit that comforting sweet spot of salty and gooey, coating each noodle with a subtle nutty note that blander versions lacked.
—Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
This bright and comforting carrot soufflé is one that is welcome on the table all year round but feels especially festive for the Easter holiday.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfort
Noun
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Carney also expressed relief that no one was injured.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Mar. 2026
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Minnelli expected to sit in her usual director’s chair to give her back some relief.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The detainees describe a camp where an average of about 3,000 people have lived per day in loud and unsanitary quarters, diseases spread easily and sleep is a luxury.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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The hotel's opening is part of the master plan for Takanawa Gateway City, which also includes offices and luxury residences, in addition to dining, cultural, community, and retail spaces, such as Newoman, a shopping mall next door.—
Lois Alter Mark,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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The property looks out toward Mount Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples, and guests of the villa enjoy amenities that include two swimming pools, a private sauna, and plenty of outdoor space.—
Angela Tafoya,
Vogue,
9 Mar. 2026
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There are no single-use plastics—glass water bottles are filled with purified well water and all the amenities are crafted from sustainable materials in partnership with South African artisans and eco-conscious businesses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But as its season continues to descend further into disaster, Musselman assured that things were still moving in the right direction ahead of Wednesday’s game against Washington in the conference tournament.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Historically, assured access to space has meant having more than one way to reach orbit.—
Svetla Ben-Itzhak,
Space.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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Wael Mohya, 17, grabbed a consolation goal for Gladbach in the dying moments, becoming the club’s youngest-ever goalscorer.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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That’s small consolation for being stalled in Triple-A for more than 400 games.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Tesla says its Autopilot system is an advanced driver assistance feature that helps enhance safety and convenience behind the wheel.—
Andrea Guzmán,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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Physical silver offers tangible ownership, ETFs provide convenience and liquidity, mining stocks introduce growth potential and futures offer high-risk, high-reward speculation.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Usually, such situations are due to some sort of island sickness or reward feast over-indulgence after weeks of not eating normal food.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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While Silversea and Seabourn straddle the line between luxury and expedition, a pair of high‑end specialists cater directly to travelers seeking adventure wrapped in indulgence.—
David Dickstein,
Oc Register,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Although Blue Owl tried to reassure Wall Street that the decision was not a sign of weakness, the company’s stock has taken a beating, falling 15% in the past two weeks.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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Here’s where the naming saga takes a turn that might surprise — or deeply reassure — parents who have felt the pressure of filling out that birth certificate paperwork at the hospital.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfort. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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