comfort — a pleasant feeling of being relaxed and free from pain or worry
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a pleasant feeling of being relaxed and free from pain or worry
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkʌmfərt/
Example Sentences
- My mom's chicken soup is the ultimate comfort food when I'm feeling down.
- He never leaves his comfort zone - even ordering pizza requires a pep talk!
- The hotel room offered every modern comfort, including a massage chair.
comfort
NOUN[/ˈkʌmfərt/]
a pleasant feeling of being relaxed and free from pain or worry
a pleasant feeling of being relaxed and free from pain or worry
After great effort at the concert, she finds comfort
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'confortare', meaning 'to strengthen' or 'to invigorate'. The word combines 'con-' (together) and 'fortis' (strong), literally meaning 'to make strong together'. It evolved through Medieval French, gradually shifting in meaning from physical strengthening to consolation and emotional solace.
Breakdown
con- (together) + fortis (strong) + -are (Latin infinitive suffix). The Latin verb 'confortare' became 'conforter' in Old French, eventually yielding the modern English 'comfort' with its meaning extended from 'to strengthen' to 'to console' or 'to ease'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom's chicken soup is the ultimate comfort food when I'm feeling down.”
“He never leaves his comfort zone - even ordering pizza requires a pep talk!”
“The hotel room offered every modern comfort, including a massage chair.”
“She tried to comfort her friend by saying 'At least you're not a pineapple on pizza!'”
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