Comfort Definition

comfort
noun
  1. a state of being relaxed and feeling no pain; "he is a man who enjoys his comfort"; "she longed for the comfortableness of her armchair"
  2. a feeling of freedom from worry or disappointment
  3. the act of consoling; giving relief in affliction; "his presence was a consolation to her"
  4. a freedom from financial difficulty that promotes a comfortable state; "a life of luxury and ease"; "he had all the material comforts of this world"
  5. satisfaction or physical well-being provided by a person or thing; "his friendship was a comfort"; "a padded chair was one of the room's few comforts"
  6. bedding made of two layers of cloth filled with stuffing and stitched together
  7. assistance, such as that provided to an enemy or to a known criminal; "it gave comfort to the enemy"
verb
  1. give moral or emotional strength to
  2. lessen pain or discomfort; alleviate; "ease the pain in your legs"

"Comfort" in song lyrics

See how comfort is used in real songs:

  • "Warmingly piggy leader colony to comfort"
    Aesop Rock — Shovel
  • "I pose a threat to those who get too close for comfort"
    Asher Roth — Sour Patch Kids
  • "for comfort"
    Lil' Bow Wow — Pick Of The Litter

Usage tips for "comfort"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "comfort" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for comfort to find words that pair well.

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