comfortable — giving a feeling of physical ease; free from pain or constraint
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving a feeling of physical ease; free from pain or constraint
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkʌmfərtəbl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's couch is so comfortable that visitors often fall asleep on it during conversations.
- I'm not comfortable with sharing personal information online.
- The hotel room was so comfortable that I didn't want to leave even for sightseeing.
comfortable
ADJECTIVE[/ˈkʌmfərtəbl/]
giving a feeling of physical ease; free from pain or constraint
After a long hike, she finally feels comfortable curled up by the fireplace.
A portable cushion makes moments comfortable and memorable.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from 14th-century French 'confortable', combining 'com' (together) and 'fort' (strong), originally meaning 'to strengthen' or 'to provide solace'. The term evolved to denote a state of physical ease and mental reassurance.
Breakdown
com- (together) + fort (strong, from Latin fortis) + -able (capable of being). The compound suggests the capacity to provide strength and relief together.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's couch is so comfortable that visitors often fall asleep on it during conversations.”
“I'm not comfortable with sharing personal information online.”
“The hotel room was so comfortable that I didn't want to leave even for sightseeing.”
“After years of practice, she became comfortable performing in front of large audiences.”
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