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comfort

Pronunciation: [/ˈkʌm.fɚt/]

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comfort: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use comfort in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “emotion”

(noun) a feeling of physical or emotional ease, reassurance, or relief. When something makes you feel better, safer, or less sad.

Example

The soft blanket brought her a lot of comfort when she was feeling cold.

Example

He couldn't find any comfort in the news of the accident.

Example

What gives you comfort when you're feeling upset?

Context: “furniture”

(noun) a piece of furniture like a sofa or chair that is designed for relaxing and is often used for sitting or lying down. Something you can sit or lay on comfortably.

Example

The plush comfort of the sofa made it the perfect spot for an afternoon nap.

Example

The uncomfortable wooden chair was not a place anyone sought for comfort.

Example

Do you prefer a sofa or a chair for your comfort?

Context: “providing ease”

(verb) to make someone feel less sad, anxious, or worried. To give physical or emotional relief to someone who is feeling bad.

Example

Her words of encouragement comforted him during a difficult time.

Example

No words could comfort her after the loss of her pet.

Example

How do you comfort a friend who is feeling down?

How to pronounce comfort

Pronunciation: [/ˈkʌm.fɚt/]

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