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comfort
[kuhm-fert]
verb (used with object)
to soothe, console, or reassure; bring cheer to.
They tried to comfort her after her loss.
Synonyms: , , , ,to make physically comfortable.
Synonyms:Obsolete.to aid; support or encourage.
noun
relief in affliction; consolation; solace.
Her presence was a comfort to him.
a feeling of relief or consolation.
Her forgiveness afforded him great comfort.
a person or thing that gives consolation.
She was a great comfort to him.
a cause or matter of relief or satisfaction.
The patient's recovery was a comfort to the doctor.
a state of ease and satisfaction of bodily wants, with freedom from pain and anxiety.
He is a man who enjoys his comfort.
something that promotes such a state.
His wealth allows him to enjoy a high degree of comfort.
Chiefly Midland and Southern U.S.a comforter or quilt.
Obsolete.strengthening aid; assistance.
comfort
/ ˈʌə /
noun
a state of ease or well-being
relief from affliction, grief, etc
a person, thing, or event that brings solace or ease
obsoletesupport
(usually plural) something that affords physical ease and relaxation
verb
to ease the pain of; soothe; cheer
to bring physical ease to
Other 51Թ Forms
- comfortless adjective
- uncomforted adjective
- ˈdzڴǰٱ adjective
- ˈdzڴǰٱness noun
- ˈdzڴǰٱly adverb
- ˈdzڴǰپԲ adverb
- ˈdzڴǰپԲ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of comfort1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of comfort1
Idioms and Phrases
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Example Sentences
But in modern practice, “The Life of Chuck” is no more than a nostalgia tranquilizer, designed to comfort you after you roll your ankle on a two-step, dancing like no one’s watching.
Emma Raducanu said the home comforts helped her rhythm and perhaps even contributed to what she called her "free and expressive" style at the tournament.
Until the teenagers overheard their conversation, Josefina hoped they knew enough to draw comfort from the family’s plans.
In Verrelli's view, understanding this difference isn't about discouraging these animals' presence, but making it easier for us and them to live in harmony and reasonable comfort.
The Dodgers boast that more than 40% of their fan base is Latino, but they can’t even be bothered to offer the shaken community any words of comfort.
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