Comfort | Mean of comfort in English Dictionary

/ˈkʌmfɚt/

• Noun
• a state or situation in which you are relaxed and do not have any physically unpleasant feelings caused by pain, heat, cold, etc.
1. These boots provide warmth and comfort in the coldest temperatures.
2. The car's seats are designed for comfort.
3. The suites combine comfort with convenience.
4. The drug gave some comfort to the patient.
5. I found a cozy chair where I could read in comfort.
6. We like to watch movies in the comfort of our own home. [=in our own home where we can relax and be comfortable]
• a state or feeling of being less worried, upset, frightened, etc., during a time of trouble or emotional pain
1. He turned to her for comfort and support when he lost his job.
2. We found little/no comfort in their words. [=their words did not make us feel better]
3. If it is any comfort to you, I've made the same mistake myself. = It might give you comfort to know that I've made the same mistake myself.
4. I take comfort in the knowledge that I'm not alone. [=I feel less worried/upset because I know that I am not alone]
• a person or thing that makes someone feel less worried, upset, frightened, etc.
1. They were great comforts to each other during that difficult time.
2. Her grandchildren were always a great comfort to her.
3. It's a comfort to know that you are nearby.

• the things that make you more comfortable and that make your life easier and more pleasant
1. domestic comforts
2. a country inn with all the comforts of home
• a state or situation in which you have all the money and possessions that you need
1. They lived a life of comfort and ease.
• Verb
• to cause (someone) to feel less worried, upset, frightened, etc.
1. She did her best to comfort [=console] the crying child.
2. Our family was comforted by the outpouring of support from the community.
3. We can comfort ourselves with the thought that the worst is over.