Meaning of the word comfortable in English

What does comfortable mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

comfortable

US /ˈkʌm.fɚ.t̬ə.bəl/

UK /ˈkʌm.fə.tə.bəl/

providing physical ease and relaxation

Example:

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This chair is very comfortable.

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I need some comfortable shoes for walking.

Synonym:

cozy snug restful pleasant

Antonym:

uncomfortable unpleasant

at ease and relaxed

Example:

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She felt very comfortable talking to him.

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He's not comfortable with public speaking.

Synonym:

at ease relaxed content secure

Antonym:

uncomfortable uneasy