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comfort

/ˈkʌmfɚt/

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noun

plural -forts

[noncount] :a state or situation in which you are relaxed and do not have any physically unpleasant feelings caused by pain, heat, cold, etc.

These boots provide warmth and comfort in the coldest temperatures.

The car's seats are designed for comfort.

The suites combine comfort with convenience.

The drug gave some comfort to the patient.

I found a cozy chair where I could read in comfort.

We like to watch movies in the comfort of our own home. [=in our own home where we can relax and be comfortable]

[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]

If it is any comfort to you, I've made the same mistake myself. = It might give you comfort to know that I've made the same mistake myself.

I take comfort in the knowledge that I'm not alone. [=I feel less worried/upset because I know that I am not alone] - see also cold comfort

[count] :a person or thing that makes someone feel less worried, upset, frightened, etc.

They were great comforts to each other during that difficult time.

usually singular

Her grandchildren were always a great comfort to her.

It's a comfort to know that you are nearby.

comforts [plural] :the things that make you more comfortable and that make your life easier and more pleasant

domestic comforts

a country inn with all the comforts of home - see also creature comfort

[noncount] :a state or situation in which you have all the money and possessions that you need

They lived a life of comfort and ease.

too close for comfort

also too near for comfort

Something or someone that is too close/near for comfort is close enough to make you feel nervous, worried, or upset.

That bus came a little too close for comfort!

When we went out for drinks together, I realized we were getting too close for comfort. [=we were getting closer than I wanted to be]

verb

-forts; -forted; -forting

[+ obj] :to cause (someone) to feel less worried, upset, frightened, etc. :to give comfort to (someone)

She did her best to comfort [=console] the crying child.

Our family was comforted by the outpouring of support from the community.

We can comfort ourselves with the thought that the worst is over.

* Các từ tương tự:
comfort food, comfort zone, comfortable, comforter