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as in relief
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the mourners found comfort in their pastor's words
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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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as in encouraging
making one feel good inside
the comforting smell of fresh bread
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as in relaxing
tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress
a long comforting soak in a hot bath
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as in reassurance
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering
the comforting of the sick has always been regarded as one of the major acts of charity
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as in reassuring
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
Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
Vernice grows up with every physical comfort that Irene can afford—along with the mandate to be well turned out at all times—and with the knowledge that her aunt is saving to get her to college.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
An unidentified man was trying to comfort her.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
Taurus April 20 – May 20 Steady steps feel especially comforting now.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 8 Mar. 2026
Sam Stone, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Mar. 2026
Steamy bowls of comforting chicken noodle soup.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
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Noun
These easy pull-on pants feature a flexible waistband and drawstring for a no-dig, all-day comfort feel, while the wide-leg capri silhouette keeps things airy and relaxed for casual wear.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 13 Mar. 2026
Vernice grows up with every physical comfort that Irene can afford—along with the mandate to be well turned out at all times—and with the knowledge that her aunt is saving to get her to college.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 13 Mar. 2026
Verb
The daughter said she was comforted some by the kindness of strangers, including Jhon Rodriguez, 30, who was shoved to the same downtown tracks moments before her father.
—Emma Seiwell, New York Daily News, 12 Mar. 2026
An unidentified man was trying to comfort her.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Somewhat artificial, but still soft, comforting and there for you.
—Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
Taurus April 20 – May 20 Steady steps feel especially comforting now.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 8 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
Steamy bowls of comforting chicken noodle soup.
—Kari Barnett, Sun Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfort
Adjective
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Whether that’s more encouraging or concerning is up to you.—
Gabby Herzig,
New York Times,
15 Mar. 2026
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There was a pervasive sense among the workers that the government was ignoring—if not outright encouraging—violence against white farmers.—
Boyce Upholt,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Designed for both entertaining and relaxing, Contigo offers multiple indoor and outdoor lounge spaces across her decks.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
12 Mar. 2026
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Taking public transportation to work can be a relaxing and pleasant experience if the options are clean, reliable, and safe.—
Torrey Snow,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Mar. 2026
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Attracting birds to your backyard birdbath can be rewarding for birders of all ages and is a great way to contribute vital support to local bird populations.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
11 Mar. 2026
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For anyone looking to catch up on this key category ahead of Sunday’s Academy Awards ceremony (and finish up their Oscar ballot), here is a guide to the five rewarding and societally resonant films, where to watch them, and which might win best documentary at Oscars 2026.—
Savannah Walsh,
Vanity Fair,
11 Mar. 2026
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The rooms The 132 rooms (including nine suites and a presidential suite) feel airy, soothing, and upscale without veering fussy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Mar. 2026
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Step one clears away dead skin and gunk with exfoliating acids like lactic, malic, and glycolic; step two adds in soothing, anti-aging ingredients like green tea and adenosine.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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A day later, both sides were outside during breaks enjoying an unseasonably warm mid-March day in Manhattan.—
Doug Feinberg,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Shawkat, with her warm, amused eyes and her mop of curls, is a perfect carrier for Mae’s air of abjection, flopping around her bed like a horny, gloomy Raggedy Ann.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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Writing, producing, and making songs can be incredibly fulfilling.—
Shirley Halperin,
Rolling Stone,
9 Mar. 2026
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That part is far more fulfilling.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
8 Mar. 2026
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Then, in the final act, there’s a hugely satisfying, usually drunken throwdown in which every single person gets to take a whack at the piñata.—
Emily Nussbaum,
New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2026
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Make a satisfying cook’s choice stewed fruit bowl to break up the monotony using dried, canned and even frozen fruits.—
Mary Ann Esposito,
Boston Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
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Our 100-year-old municipal golf course needs major renovations and updating; the clubhouse needs some loving care.—
Betty Resch,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Mar. 2026
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Jensen described Bridegan as controlling and money-obsessed, while portraying Gardner as a loving mother.—
Scott Butler,
Florida Times-Union,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfort. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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