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Definition comfort in British English

comfort noun

noun
/ˈkʌmfə(r)t/

▪ bring, derive, draw, find, offer, seek, take

1

a physically relaxed state, without any pain or other unpleasant feelings

Example

The airline is keen to improve passenger comfort.

Example

There is plenty of room to lie down and sleep in comfort.

Synonyms and related words
relaxation comfort breathing space
2

a feeling of being less sad or worried about something than you were previously

Example

My mother was always there to offer comfort.

Example

I take comfort from the fact that his friends are there to help him.

Example

She is a source of great comfort.

Example

I know it's no comfort, but these things take time.

Synonyms and related words
calm ease equilibrium
2.1

someone or something that makes you feel better when you are sad or worried

Example

It was a comfort to think that there was no rent to pay.

Example

Her children have been a great comfort to her.

Synonyms and related words
advantage benefit good
2.2

used for making yourself feel better when you are sad or worried

Example

a comfort blanket

Synonyms and related words
advantage benefit good
3

a pleasant way of life in which you have everything you need

Example

Now he can live in comfort for the rest of his life.

Synonyms and related words
peace harmony privilege
4

things that make your life easier and more pleasant

Example

the comforts of domestic life

Example

I miss my home comforts when I'm away.

Synonyms and related words
amenity convenience comforts
Definition comfort in British English