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noun (1)

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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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comfort

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verb (1)

ˈkəm(p)-fərt How to pronounce comfort (audio)
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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comforting

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adjective

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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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comforting

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noun (2)

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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comforting

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verb (2)

present participle of comfort
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
Noun
According to the company, the suits are designed to offer enhanced protection without compromising comfort or operational effectiveness. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026 After losing their semifinals just a few days ago, England and France were probably desperate to get out of the USA and heal their wounds in the comfort of their own homes. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Verb
He is comforted by the strength of those who have come before. — Mirin Fader, New York Times, 16 July 2026 During that difficult time, Hialeah turned to the Doral Police Department’s therapy dog, Ginger, for support in comforting grieving family members, friends and coworkers. — Verónica Egui Brito july 15, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
Adjective
The toasty, yeasty aroma of sourdough straight out of the oven isn’t just comforting. — Jolene Thym, Mercury News, 6 July 2026 Its restaurant, the Feathers Tavern, has quickly become a destination in its own right, serving comforting fare in a warm and inviting setting. — Air Mail, 4 July 2026
Verb
Serve up the comforting flavors of chicken pot pie with less pressure by simply tossing all of the ingredients into your Dutch oven. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026 The upscale American restaurant in SoHo is known for comforting dishes like a French dip sandwich and an ice cream sundae, as well as its savory sour-cream-and-onion martini from the cocktail menu. — Lily Boyce, New York Times, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for comfort
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfort
  1. relief
  2. luxury
  3. amenity
  4. assure
  5. consolation
  6. convenience
  7. indulgence
  8. reassure
Noun
  • Given Nolan’s famous aversion to AI, there was a relief in knowing this incredible display of creativity came primarily from practical effects and shooting on location.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • Washington — Lower gas prices helped Americans feel more optimistic about the economy early this month, though that relief might be short lived if the conflict in the Middle East continues to intensify.
    — Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
Definition of relief
Noun
  • Another dinosaur has entered the luxury collectibles market, a reminder that even Earth’s deepest history can be sold to the highest bidder.
    — Kristi Curry Rogers, Washington Post, 16 July 2026
  • The lobster mini tacos bring a lighter kind of luxury, while the snapper crudo lands cool, citrusy, and clean.
    — Rafael Peña, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Definition of luxury
Noun
  • The tax funds free admissions to state parks and historic sites, upgrades to trail systems and park amenities and upkeep on the structures, campsites and trails overseen by the Department of Natural Resources.
    — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026
  • But there were plenty of amenities to point out—the massage rooms and nap pods, the dinosaur fossil, the wacky sensory-break touches like ball pits, swings, and yoga balls (even if no one actually seemed to use them).
    — Claire Stapleton, New Yorker, 18 July 2026
Definition of amenity
Verb
  • And no matter how close that build appears to being finished, Cristobal will assure you there’s more work to be done.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
  • At the same time, the ship’s captain, Francesco Schettino, downplayed the situation and assured passengers that there was no need to panic.
    — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
Definition of assure
Noun
  • The two options create different experiences around the same dish without treating the alcohol-free pairing as a consolation.
    — Noel Burgess, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • Even the bronze medal match, a consolation for the semifinal losers, was thrilling.
    — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 20 July 2026
Definition of consolation
Noun
  • Express Flooring built its business on convenience, sending consultants to customers’ homes with samples rather than asking them to visit a store.
    — Sharon Wu, USA Today, 17 July 2026
  • Ubiquitous availability of gambling may be a convenience for the majority, paid for dearly by the minority for whom constant access challenges their self-control.
    — Jonathan Caulkins, The Conversation, 17 July 2026
Definition of convenience
Noun
  • As more shoppers look for products that support relaxation, recovery and better rest, Snooz is positioning its dessert as more than just an indulgence.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 17, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026
  • One of the country’s most exclusive bookings, a stay here really does feel like the ultimate indulgence, with access to its 80-label wine cellar and a food free-for-all anytime of the day.
    — Katie Lockhart, Robb Report, 16 July 2026
Definition of indulgence
Verb
  • And while Argentina’s culture of talk therapy may turn psychic suffering into words on the therapist’s couch, fans may be reassured that the pros are trained to translate their nerves into strategy on the pitch.
    — Caitlin Stephen Hu, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
  • But when we’re stressed or in a crisis situation, that same assertiveness can be reassuring.
    — Matthew Pittman, The Conversation, 17 July 2026
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