comfort

US /ˈkʌm.fɚt/
UK /ˈkʌm.fɚt/
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1.

a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint

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She found comfort in the soft armchair.
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The new shoes provide great comfort.
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easerelaxationwell-beingcozinesssnugness
2.

the easing of a person's feelings of grief or distress

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She sought comfort from her friends after the breakup.
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His words brought her great comfort.
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solaceconsolationreassurancesupportrelief
1.

to provide physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint to (someone)

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The warm blanket comforted the shivering child.
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He tried to comfort her with a hug.
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consolesoothereassurecalmalleviate
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comfortablecomfortercomfortablycomfort foodcold comfortcreature comfortstoo close for comfort