creature comfort

noun

Definition of creature comfortnext
as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living she's too addicted to creature comforts to enjoy roughing it, even for a few days

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Recent Examples of creature comfort Heat, air conditioning, and hot water are basic creature comforts many depend on. — Tim Carter, Hartford Courant, 16 May 2026 This is the forefront of super luxury today, an era when performance figures, opulent design and creature comforts alone can’t make a car feel truly special. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 14 Apr. 2026 While Survivor has plenty of surprising rules for contestants, socks are a small creature comfort that’s allowed. — Brittany Anas, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Apr. 2026 The onboard toilet is perhaps the spaceflight amenity held most dear to astronauts who value creature comforts. — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for creature comfort
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creature comfort
  1. luxury
  2. benefit
  3. mod con
  4. convenience
  5. amenity
  6. comfort
  7. accommodation
  8. service
Noun
  • Rather than chasing polished luxury or fleeting travel trends, the inn leans into the village of Woods Hole’s creative, scientific, and maritime character.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
  • Meanwhile, stylist Lexie Polito, co-owner of the luxury loungewear brand Sunshine Society, falls a little farther afield.
    — Alesandra Dubin, Glamour, 31 July 2026
Definition of luxury
Noun
  • Soak for 30 minutes to absorb the bath’s therapeutic benefits which include releasing tension, cleansing your skin, and relaxing your body.
    — Rana Good, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • This financing reflects our focus on supporting experienced operators developing essential infrastructure with strong underlying economics and measurable environmental benefits.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of benefit
Noun
  • Spanning over 14,500 square feet—notably large for Central London—the polished pad seamlessly combines original period features and Victorian proportions with the latest tech and mod cons.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
  • All mod cons Being a new Kia, the Telluride’s technology—safety, convenience, and infotainment—is excellent and largely standard.
    — Kyle Hyatt, ArsTechnica, 17 Mar. 2026
Definition of mod con
Noun
  • Southern Spain will be popular with travelers who prioritize convenience and a high chance of clear skies.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • In addition to great variety and convenience, budget-friendly prices are one of the biggest perks of shopping at the drugstore for skincare products.
    — Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 31 July 2026
Definition of convenience
Noun
  • But the two men want additional amenities such as pickleball courts or soccer fields that give more people a reason to keep coming back.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
  • By selling homes, developers get early funding, which helps pay for restaurants, spas, and other amenities that might not survive on room revenue alone.
    — Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of amenity
Noun
  • Designed with pretty pleats and a billowy silhouette, this A-line style delivers a polished look without sacrificing comfort thanks to its ruffled elastic waistband.
    — Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 2 Aug. 2026
  • There’s still a common misconception that comfort and elegance are two separate concepts, but loafers and mom jeans are two wardrobe staples that prove otherwise.
    — Michel Mejía, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of comfort
Noun
  • These standard or junior-suite accommodations come with an enhanced wellness program layered on top of the room itself.
    — Paula Conway, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • It is outfitted with 60 generous staterooms, with guest accommodation spread across two decks.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 31 July 2026
Definition of accommodation
Noun
  • Energy is a key input into many goods and services given its broad use across the economy and so higher prices may fuel inflation.
    — Simon Moore, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
  • Meta has always had to invest in the data centers that serve its popular social networking services to people all over the world.
    — Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 30 July 2026
Definition of service

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“Creature comfort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creature%20comfort. Accessed 6 Aug. 2026.

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