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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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
Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
Physical comfort becomes a priority.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Jenni Fink, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
For quite some time, the repetitive daily schedule was comforting for a methodical person such as myself.
—Des Moines Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026
Both Tehran and Washington are pushing their own comforting versions of reality.
—Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
For quite some time, the repetitive daily schedule was comforting for a methodical person such as myself.
—Des Moines Register, 29 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Physical stamina and comfort preferences may evolve.
—Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
Physical comfort becomes a priority.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
After Cooke lashed out verbally, Wilson intervened and later comforted Batula in a conversation picked up by their microphones.
—Jenni Fink, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
For quite some time, the repetitive daily schedule was comforting for a methodical person such as myself.
—Des Moines Register, 29 Mar. 2026
Adjective
This version of online extremism’s story is a comforting one.
—Ian Bogost, The Atlantic, 31 Mar. 2026
Both Tehran and Washington are pushing their own comforting versions of reality.
—Newsweek Editors, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Verb
The rescue dog from Huntington Beach, California, who worked as a dedicated therapy dog comforting veterans, was a five-time dog surfing world champion and was inducted into the Surfers' Hall of Fame in 2024, according to the Surfers' Hall of Fame website.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
For quite some time, the repetitive daily schedule was comforting for a methodical person such as myself.
—Des Moines Register, 29 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfort
Adjective
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Davies' assist for Karl's winner marked an encouraging return from a hamstring injury for the Canada left back ahead of the World Cup.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Apr. 2026
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Despite the severity of his injuries, McManus notes, Peanut's prognosis is encouraging.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Few things can ruin a relaxing afternoon outdoors faster than an uninvited wasp buzzing around your head.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
3 Apr. 2026
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The cocooning effect is helped along by Jacques Garcia’s interiors, layered with taupes and burgundies, velvet and lacquer (and some 6,000 meters of damask silk thrown in the mix), into a hideaway that’s both ornate and relaxing.—
Lindsey Tramuta,
Robb Report,
2 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The sheer volume of information people take in every day can make a quiet pause even more essential and rewarding.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Congress should reauthorize and modernize the Work Opportunity Tax Credit by strengthening accountability, rewarding veteran retention, incentivizing proactive recruitment, and expanding eligibility to military spouses.—
Brooke Creek,
Boston Herald,
7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Spray dry toilet paper with cleansing, soothing and refreshing Pristine to create an instant wet wipe that is actually flushable and safe for your sewer and septic systems.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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There’s something genuinely soothing about checking out for a while—letting a place wash over you, no agenda, no expectations.—
John Vorwald,
Robb Report,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Sweet, savory, warm and dependable.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2026
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Several layers of clothes will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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However, happily, most meaningful efforts, engagements, and pursuits involve profoundly more fulfilling and less harrowing change than moving.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 Mar. 2026
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She got married and began meeting with a life coach to help determine the most fulfilling career path.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Now, fibermaxxing is coming for its glory, with the humble nutrient promising not only smoother, more satisfying poops but also benefits for metabolic health, heart health, and then some.—
Michele Ross,
SELF,
8 Apr. 2026
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Let’s use the opportunity to tell this part of the story of the rise of the King of Pop in a way that is the most artistically satisfying.—
David Canfield,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Emmanuel was a loving, loving man.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Words of Affirmation For kids who listen intently and speak sweetly, your loving words matter most.—
Gail Cornwall,
Parents,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfort. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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