1
as in snug
providing physical comfort
a large, overstuffed chair that is very comfortable
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as in relaxed
enjoying physical comfort
make yourself comfortable in the living room while I fix us some snacks
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as in plentiful
being more than enough without being excessive
enjoying retirement with a comfortable income
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comfortable circumstances
comfortable shoes
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Recent Examples of comfortable
Below, scoop up our top finds, including floaty linen skirts, lightweight linen shorts and pants, sophisticated matching sets, and more to keep you cool and comfortable in style.
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
The already cited Adobe study found that 74% of Gen Zers were comfortable giving their supervisors and managers feedback.
—Kent Ingle, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Martha Stewart Bedford Wicker Chaise Lounge Chair Lounging poolside is even sweeter when your pool lounger is actually comfortable.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 10 July 2025
But that would require some cooperation with Republicans in the House and Senate, who hold a decisive number of votes and have so far seemed comfortable with the cuts to science funding.
—ArsTechnica, 9 July 2025
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
The already cited Adobe study found that 74% of Gen Zers were comfortable giving their supervisors and managers feedback.
—Kent Ingle, Forbes.com, 10 July 2025
Martha Stewart Bedford Wicker Chaise Lounge Chair Lounging poolside is even sweeter when your pool lounger is actually comfortable.
—Maggie Horton, People.com, 10 July 2025
But that would require some cooperation with Republicans in the House and Senate, who hold a decisive number of votes and have so far seemed comfortable with the cuts to science funding.
—ArsTechnica, 9 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfortable
Adjective
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Adjustable straps create a snug fit, while EVA outsoles offer essential traction on a wide array of terrain.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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These best-selling jeans from Gloria Vanderbilt are a customer favorite and feature a comfy blend of cotton, polyester, and spandex for a snug and slightly stretchy fit.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
7 July 2025
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The beaches are wide and relaxed, and the surrounding trails offer dramatic views of the Ligurian coastline.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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There are photographs from those years, in an album with captions my mother wrote on bits of masking tape: my parents posing with other recent arrivals from Kolkata, looking relaxed on what must have been a Sunday afternoon.—
Jhumpa Lahiri,
New Yorker,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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Fresh air is plentiful, relaxation is paramount, and travelers come from the Big Apple and beyond to experience it.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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Despite the card’s massive print run and plentiful graded copies, PSA 10s currently command prices around $3,000, which marks a nearly 57 percent price increase over the last two years.—
Tyler Holzhammer,
New York Times,
7 July 2025
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The easiest gauge is body composition every two weeks.—
Tor Constantino,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Crist emphasized the company’s investment in both cutting-edge tech and easy to use user interfaces.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
7 July 2025
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The weekend changes to the bill were blasted by renewables trade groups, who had been pushing lawmakers for a more generous tax credit phaseout timeline for wind and solar projects.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
30 June 2025
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As much as people talk about the U.S. and other countries becoming ever more individualistic, generations of American kin are arguably growing closer on average, researchers told me, and becoming more generous with one another.—
Faith Hill,
The Atlantic,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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Traditional training often splits hard and soft skills into separate categories.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
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Queen Camilla styled an Anna Valentine emerald green midi dress with three-quarter-length sleeves, a rounded neckline and slightly flared skirt with soft pleats.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
8 July 2025
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The console has ample space on top to display decor like lamps, vases, and books.—
Rachel Trujillo,
People.com,
5 July 2025
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Drown them with an ample amount of water and stir to confirm that everything is cold to the touch.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
4 July 2025
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Spanning 750 square feet, the aptly named Clueless Suite features a large bedroom, a spacious living area with a full-size couch, and a private balcony.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
10 July 2025
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The Art of Grounding a Space The Manza Suite unfolds over a spacious, sunlit layout, with a private veranda that frames sweeping vistas of the East China Sea.—
Ashlee Marie Preston,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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“Comfortable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfortable. Accessed 15 Jul. 2025.
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