creature comforts

noun

plural of creature comfort
as in amenities
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 comforts But even non-billionaire buyers want creature comforts for the apocalypse. — Megan Buerger, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026 But for all the resort’s creature comforts, nature still steals the show. — Chris Schalkx, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026 Today, the moon continues to journey through sentimental Cancer, bringing your attention to creature comforts, emotional stability and everything that keeps your life flowing smoothly. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2026 Kia's base model can feel a bit barebones, but upper trims feature plenty of creature comforts and tech enhancements that improve its driving and ownership experience. — Keith Laing, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026 Curve-loving aesthetes and aficionados of old-world creature comforts should look elsewhere. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 Aug. 2026 Nearly all of the latter’s creature comforts have been done away with. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 27 Aug. 2026 And creature comforts pervaded—from the in-room Chromecast to the plush bed. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026 Don't forget a few creature comforts to make the entire journey more pleasant for all. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for creature comforts
  1. amenities
  2. luxuries
  3. benefits
  4. accommodations
  5. mod cons
Noun
  • Today, the hotel remains a grand dame of Milan, offering a perfect mix of old-world luxury with modern amenities, all delivered through impeccable hospitality.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Two additional bedrooms each enjoy their own dedicated bathrooms, with other amenities including a private elevator landing and a Savant home-automation system.
    — Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of amenities
Noun
  • Yet tailoring is also one of fashion’s great luxuries — an intimate, almost obsessive process of shaping cloth around the body.
    — Tyler Matthew Oyer, Los Angeles Times, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Now let's pivot into the country club of college football experiences and what happened at Northwestern last night at the opener for Ryan Field, the new $900 million field that is a mini-modern NFL stadium with all the luxuries that NFL fans expect.
    — Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of luxuries
Noun
  • Presidential frontrunner Marine Le Pen vowed deep budget cuts Tuesday to lower the deficit, but has also pledged to increase retirement benefits.
    — Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Eco effort Explora is a Certified B (or B Corp) company that works to address climate change, stimulate the local workforce, and provide benefits to the community by sourcing most of its products locally.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of benefits
Noun
  • In the newer buildings—built in the same style as the original house—some accommodations feature a private pool and garden area, which is the perfect space for a small family, bridal suite, or honeymoon escape.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Plans call for a 40-room luxury hotel designed to keep the original Green Park Inn’s character while providing fresh accommodations and amenities.
    — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of accommodations
Noun
  • There are no mod cons which means no keys, no sound system, no televisions.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Nash’s original wrought-iron work, oak balustrading, cornicing, sash windows, and fireplaces are complemented by mod cons such as air conditioning, heated floors, and an alarm system.
    — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of mod cons

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“Creature comforts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/creature%20comforts. Accessed 13 Oct. 2026.

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