Synonym Chooser

How does the adjective cozy differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of cozy are comfortable, easy, restful, and snug. While all these words mean "enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security," cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness.

a cozy neighborhood coffee shop

When is it sensible to use comfortable instead of cozy?

While the synonyms comfortable and cozy are close in meaning, comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease.

started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings

When is easy a more appropriate choice than cozy?

The words easy and cozy can be used in similar contexts, but easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint.

living in easy circumstances

When could restful be used to replace cozy?

While in some cases nearly identical to cozy, restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation.

a quiet restful vacation

When can snug be used instead of cozy?

The words snug and cozy are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more.

a snug little cottage

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of cozy Tucked behind Venice’s Scopa Italian Roots is Old Lightning, a cozy mid-century lounge with aquamarine hue. Esther Tseng, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 June 2025 The principal bedroom, for example, is a quiet and cozy sanctuary with neutral tones and soft lines. Katia Contreras, Architectural Digest, 19 June 2025 There’s even a vacation-ready pair of capri pants and a cozy hoodie that’ll fit right into your off-duty wardrobe. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 June 2025 The Mug is a standout for everyday sipping—available in all three signature shades and just the right size for tea, coffee, or even a cozy hot chocolate. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for cozy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cozy
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  • These fan-favorite Tommy Bahama sheets are so soft, comfortable, and cozy that, according to one five-star Amazon reviewer, nuzzling in them feels like sleeping over at grandma’s.
    Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2025
  • Shoppers found this shirt to be made of good quality material and comfortable enough to wear on hot summer days.
    Amber Love Bond, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2025
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  • Petit Soleil This oh-so petite boutique has just 17 rooms and suites, which range from snug to downright palatial.
    Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2025
  • The stretch fabric accommodates different body types, providing a snug yet comfortable fit that moves with you.
    Jené Luciani Sena may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 20 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
  • 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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    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 26 June 2025
  • Pottery Barn Airy Cotton Duvet Cover Crafted from 100 percent cotton, this 200-thread count duvet cover is breathable, low-maintenance, soft, and suitable for year-round use.
    Maggie Horton, People.com, 26 June 2025

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“Cozy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cozy. Accessed 7 Jul. 2025.

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