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verb (used with object) to soothe, console, or reassure; bring cheer to: They tried to comfort her after her loss. Synonyms: ease, gladden, solace, calm, pacify. to make physically comfortable. Synonyms: ease. Obsolete. to aid; support or encourage. noun. relief in affliction; consolation; solace: Her presence was a comfort to him.
Definition of comfort. 1. as in relief. a feeling of ease from grief or trouble the mourners found comfort in their pastor's words. Synonyms & Similar Words. Relevance. relief. consolation. encouragement. solace. reassurance. cheer. sympathy. happiness. assurance. uplift. contentment. assistance. inspiration. empathy.
comfort. noun as in good feeling; ease. Compare Synonyms. Synonyms. Antonyms. Strongest matches. amenity. contentment. convenience. enjoyment. happiness. luxury. pleasure. relaxation. relief. satisfaction. warmth. well-being. Strong matches. abundance. alleviation. assuagement. cheerfulness. complacency. coziness. exhilaration. facility.
B1. a pleasant feeling of being relaxed and having no pain: The car has been designed for practicality, safety, and comfort. Now you can watch the latest films in the comfort of your sitting room. comfort noun (FOR SADNESS) a feeling of being less worried or sad about something: What she said brought me great comfort. comfort noun (ENOUGH MONEY)
[noncount] : a state or feeling of being less worried, upset, frightened, etc., during a time of trouble or emotional pain. He turned to her for comfort and support when he lost his job. We found little/no comfort in their words. [=their words did not make us feel better]
[singular] a person or thing that helps you when you are suffering, worried or unhappy. Her being with me was such a comfort. comfort to somebody The children have been a great comfort to me through all of this. it is a comfort to do something It's a comfort to know that she is safe.
verb. /ˈkʌmfət/ /ˈkʌmfərt/ Verb Forms. to make somebody who is worried or unhappy feel better by being kind and showing sympathy to them. comfort somebody The victim's widow was today being comforted by family and friends. The idea that he was not alone comforted him greatly. I am comforted by the fact that Jamie died doing what he liked best.
