1
as in snug
providing physical comfort
a large, overstuffed chair that is very comfortable
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as in relaxed
enjoying physical comfort
make yourself comfortable in the living room while I fix us some snacks
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as in plentiful
being more than enough without being excessive
enjoying retirement with a comfortable income
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comfortable circumstances
comfortable shoes
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Recent Examples of comfortable
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Flamingo Lodge is best for campers who want a comfortable retreat at the end of the day.
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Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
Lastly, brush yourself in well and get comfortable.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 16 Apr. 2025
Smart-home controls throughout the space keep track of energy usage and can adjust accordingly while making sure the residents remain comfortable.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2025
Cognitive dissonance is about resolving conflicts in information by choosing what is most comfortable.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
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Mariette Williams, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2025
Lastly, brush yourself in well and get comfortable.
—Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 16 Apr. 2025
Smart-home controls throughout the space keep track of energy usage and can adjust accordingly while making sure the residents remain comfortable.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2025
Cognitive dissonance is about resolving conflicts in information by choosing what is most comfortable.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfortable
Adjective
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The suitcase pass-through sleeve is durable and snug, the bag itself fits underneath most standard airplane seats, and there’s a dedicated padded compartment for a laptop and loads of pockets for essentials.—
Paula Conway,
Forbes.com,
11 Apr. 2025
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With a snug fit and cushioned midsole, this shoe provides excellent comfort for everything from morning jogs to casual sightseeing.—
Michelle Tchea,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Mar. 2025
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The war isn’t over, but at this writing, mandates have tightened (not relaxed) across major companies like Amazon, AT&T and Boeing.—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The wooden slats are uniform, but rounded edges help create a more relaxed outdoor atmosphere.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
18 Apr. 2025
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Well, after how much the team has invested in his unit this year, the excuses are gone, but the opportunities are plentiful.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2025
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Beyond ensuring that Americans have plentiful food options in their grocery stores and cafeterias, the baking industry also fosters careers rooted in purpose and community.—
Eric Dell,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Although small businesses are the easiest to target, this issue also affects the marketing industry as a whole.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The four categories are all color-coded to show their difficulty, with yellow being the easiest then green, blue and purple.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Apr. 2025
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Since then, she’s benefitted from the generous and spot-on counsel of dozens of smart people in government, the media, and in other circles.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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The generous battery keeps podcasts alive for a full travel day, and a ten‑minute quick top‑up grants four extra hours before boarding.—
Shubham Yewale,
PC Magazine,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The result is soft, luminous skin that’s also protected from a high UV index.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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The frame is made from a soft velvet fabric that’s extremely comfortable to recline on.—
Christopher Murray
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27 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Give ample space to large vehicles - Trucks or buses can create a water spray that diminishes visibility.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
24 Apr. 2025
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The bag features ample space to fit essentials like a phone, wallet, a small cosmetics bag, sunglasses, and other must-haves.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
24 Apr. 2025
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It’s been a long time in coming but the airline is finally set to present its spacious, private business class seats and stunning uniforms that proudly express the country’s Māori culture.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
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In the spacious main lobby, an ornate clock dominated the back wall and huge columns surrounded the tellers’ cages.—
Randy Mason,
Kansas City Star,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Comfortable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comfortable. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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