cozy

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adjective

co·zy ˈkō-zē

cozier; coziest

Synonyms of cozy next

: enjoying or affording warmth and ease : snug

a cozy lakeside cabin

: marked by or providing contentment or comfort

won by a cozy margin

: marked by the intimacy of the family or a close group

We had a cozy dinner with the whole family.

: marked by or suggesting close association or connivance

a cozy agreement

His political opponents accused him of getting too cozy with powerful companies.

: marked by a discreet and cautious attitude or procedure

a cozy waiting game

cozily

ˈkō-zə-lē

adverb

coziness

ˈkō-zē-nəs

noun

cozy

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noun

plural cozies

: a padded covering especially for a teapot to keep the contents hot

: a light detective story that usually features a well-educated protagonist and little explicit violence

cozy

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adverb

: in a cautious manner

… play it cozy and wait for the other team to make a mistake.—

Bobby Dodd

Choose the Right Synonym for cozy

comfortable, cozy, snug, easy, restful mean enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security.

comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease.

started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings

cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness.

a cozy neighborhood coffee shop

snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more.

a snug little cottage

easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint.

living in easy circumstances

restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation.

a quiet restful vacation

Example Sentences

Adjective The room was warm and cozy. We had a cozy dinner with the whole family. I spent a cozy evening reading in front of the fire. He claims that there is a cozy arrangement between the police and the drug dealers.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The jacket’s interior is lined with a thin flannel that helps keep things cozy. —

Lydia Price, Travel + Leisure, 25 Jan. 2023 The sleeper’s styrofoam insulation—found in the RV’s roof, floor panels, rear and side walls, as well as the garage door—should keep you cozy, too. —

Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 Dec. 2022 The plushness will help keep you cozy during a chilly jog, walk, or bike ride, while the pockets are great for stashing a credit card and your keys. —

Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Good Housekeeping, 20 Dec. 2022 Whether your pet loves diving into snow or can hardly stand a winter walk, this premium coat will at least keep them cozy. —

Halie Lesavage, Harper's BAZAAR, 3 Dec. 2022 The small gadget projects halolike effects with pops of rainbow colors to make the space feel super cozy. —

Brenda Stolyar And Medea Giordano, WIRED, 28 Nov. 2022 This classic knit argyle vest will keep him cozy on the course, and add a touch of elegance to his golf style. —

Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 23 Nov. 2022 These Rockports have it, plus a 100% leather upper, dual goring insets, and a padded collar to keep your feet extra cozy. —

John Thompson, Men's Health, 22 Nov. 2022 With cashmere turtleneck sweaters that brand ambassador Katie Holmes is a fan of to wool joggers that will keep you cozy during the coldest months, these may become their new go-tos. —

Lauren Fischer, Peoplemag, 21 Nov. 2022

Noun

The light can be wall-mounted or set on a shelf or other surface, and its warm orange light brings a cozy, homey atmosphere to any space. —

Lauren Phillips, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Jan. 2023 Take a page out of Garner's book with this cozy and functional The North Face fleece, which will keep you warm thanks to its long length. —

Claire Harmeyer, Peoplemag, 10 Jan. 2023 For simple elegance in a neutral bedroom by Huh, walls painted in Swiss Coffee promote a cozy, welcoming feel. —

Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 26 Dec. 2022 Pottery Barn Teen cozy recycled sherpa robe On particularly chilly nights, switch out your terry spa robes for fleece or shearling options. —

Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Dec. 2022 Inject some cozy into your wardrobe with Naadam’s Friends and Family sale. —

Glamour, 29 Nov. 2022 Cotton is the most popular fabric in bedding and comes in a wide variety of constructions including crisp Percale, smooth Sateen, cozy Flannel and soft Jersey. —

Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 20 Dec. 2022 As the robot started moving, those fuzzy sock on my feet, though cozy, were not exactly enough to keep me calm — my heart rate quickened. —

Anneke Knot, Allure, 13 Dec. 2022 Channel your inner feline in this oversized animal print sweater which is available in khaki and maroon. Save up to 30% off this cozy, cable knit sweater from Nordstrom. —

Latifah Muhammad, Billboard, 28 Sep. 2022 See More

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