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Comfort
01
a state of being free from pain, worry, or other unpleasant feelings
Example
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
a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain
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
Example
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
Example
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.
