1
as in consolations
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
the mourners found comfort in their pastor's words
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2
as in amenities
something that adds to one's ease of living
a family campground with all the comforts of home
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as in reliefs
reduction of or freedom from pain
a life of comfort
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as in luxuries
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 assures
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 comforts
Jim Reineking, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Inside, 88 unique rooms with vintage furnishings and original art whisk guests back in time—with the addition of modern comforts like plush mattresses and crisp linens, of course.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths The Fontana Spa in Laugarvatn was founded in 1929, but a recent refurbishment has enhanced the experience with contemporary comforts.
—Mia Taylor, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
While the building’s bones reflect Bryan’s old-world character, the interiors blend vintage details with contemporary comforts and a dash of Danish modern flair.
—Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Want to overpay for a smoothie in the comforts of your own city?
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 2 Sep. 2025
Guests feel transported to a bygone era while enjoying all the comforts of modern luxury.
—Cassidy Randall, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Life in the hotel — stuck in a room, without the comforts of home, without the ability to cook for yourself, and not knowing what comes next — has taken a real toll on the displaced, according to Powe.
—Josh Wood, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
The viral TikTok post included several photos of Dora enjoying the many home comforts, such as her own bed and blankets, soft carpets, and toys of her own.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 28 Aug. 2025
Julia comforts him with a soothing song, offering her Saint Anthony necklace to watch over him.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 22 Aug. 2025
This hearty chicken chili comforts those nursing wintertime sniffles.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025
Noun
This time, the Chiefs get the Eagles at Arrowhead Stadium, the near-exact opposite of the neutral-field comforts the Eagles enjoyed on Super Sunday.
—Jim Reineking, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Inside, 88 unique rooms with vintage furnishings and original art whisk guests back in time—with the addition of modern comforts like plush mattresses and crisp linens, of course.
—Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Sep. 2025
Laugarvatn Fontana Geothermal Baths The Fontana Spa in Laugarvatn was founded in 1929, but a recent refurbishment has enhanced the experience with contemporary comforts.
—Mia Taylor, Boston Herald, 7 Sep. 2025
While the building’s bones reflect Bryan’s old-world character, the interiors blend vintage details with contemporary comforts and a dash of Danish modern flair.
—Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2025
Want to overpay for a smoothie in the comforts of your own city?
—Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 2 Sep. 2025
Guests feel transported to a bygone era while enjoying all the comforts of modern luxury.
—Cassidy Randall, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
Life in the hotel — stuck in a room, without the comforts of home, without the ability to cook for yourself, and not knowing what comes next — has taken a real toll on the displaced, according to Powe.
—Josh Wood, The Courier-Journal, 29 Aug. 2025
The viral TikTok post included several photos of Dora enjoying the many home comforts, such as her own bed and blankets, soft carpets, and toys of her own.
—Alyce Collins, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Aug. 2025
Verb
For me, that comforts and strengthens my faith.
—Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 28 Aug. 2025
Julia comforts him with a soothing song, offering her Saint Anthony necklace to watch over him.
—Lincee Ray Published, EW.com, 22 Aug. 2025
This hearty chicken chili comforts those nursing wintertime sniffles.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comforts
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Droll and deadpan, Starnone’s novel offers an accounting of the tolls and the consolations of lifelong artistic pursuit.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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Yet even in an awkward or hurtful breakup conversation, the person being broken up with is still offered the dignity of being told to their face that the relationship is ending; ghostees aren’t even allowed these small consolations.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 Aug. 2025
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Glitzy amenities include two fireplaces, a wet bar, a library, a formal dining room, a professional-grade screening room, a game room, a gym, a wine cellar, and an 11-car garage.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
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The community offered no common amenities.—
Joyce Cohen,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
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Existing savings reliefs and incentives tilt heavily in favor of the better off, and are inordinately complicated to boot.—
Clive Crook,
Twin Cities,
21 Aug. 2025
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From there, the Cadillac Escalade IQL adds layers of luxuries that Cadillac buyers are used to, from a rear seat entertainment system with wireless AKG headphones to powered seats, a spacious third row and retractable running boards to assist every passenger climbing into the cabin.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Spending grew faster than incomes, eating into savings, and much of it came from necessities rather than luxuries.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
29 Aug. 2025
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Boeing’s offer assures workers another year of raises, even for employees already at the top of the pay scale, Gillian said.—
Reuters 23 hr ago,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
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Adair assures parents that, in all likelihood, kids get more than enough protein from their diets.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
9 Sep. 2025
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Ward and Curlee also started the app Counterbalance, which provides daily encouragements, recipes, community and more.—
Emy LaCroix,
People.com,
16 Aug. 2025
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Even though our homes now have the modern-day conveniences of air conditioning and heat, the stately appearance of a four-poster bed has given it staying power.—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
23 Aug. 2025
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Many states and voters have embraced early voting and by mail as conveniences to expand participation, safeguard against weather emergencies and, in some states, produce faster tallies of election results.—
Kristina Karisch,
The Hill,
19 Aug. 2025
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Another commenter reassures her that privacy matters more than curiosity.—
Ashley Vega,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
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And cultivate the executive presence that reassures stakeholders even amid uncertainty.—
Matthew C. Meade,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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“Comforts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comforts. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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