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Comfort
01
a state of being free from pain, worry, or other unpleasant feelings
Examples
After a long day at work, she found comfort in curling up with a good book and a warm cup of tea.
The soft blankets and cozy pillows provided him with the comfort he needed to relax after a stressful week.
02
bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together
03
feeling of physical ease and freedom from pain or restriction, often considered an important factor when choosing clothing
Examples
When buying clothes, comfort is just as important as style.
These shoes provide both comfort and support.
04
the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction
05
assistance, such as that provided to an enemy or to a known criminal
06
a freedom from financial difficulty that promotes a comfortable state
07
satisfaction or physical well-being provided by a person or thing
to comfort
01
to lessen the emotional pain or worry that someone feels by showing them sympathy and kindness
Transitive: to comfort sb
Examples
Friends gathered to comfort her after the loss of a loved one.
Parents often comfort their children when they are upset or scared.
02
to provide relief or make someone feel physically better
Transitive: to comfort sb
Examples
He comforted his friend with a warm bath to help ease the pain.
She comforted him by giving him a warm blanket when he was shivering.
Lexical Tree
comfortable
comfortless
discomfort
comfort
