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comfortable
adjective com·fort·able \ˈkəm(p)(f)-tə(r)-bəl, ˈkəm(p)-fə(r)-tə-bəl, ˈkəm-fə(r)-bəl\
: not causing any physically unpleasant feelings : producing physical comfort
: not having any physically unpleasant feelings : experiencing physical comfort
: allowing you to be relaxed : causing no worries, difficulty, or uncertainty
Full Definition of COMFORTABLE
1
a : affording or enjoying contentment and security <a comfortable income> b : affording or enjoying physical comfort <a comfortable chair> <was too comfortable to move>
2
a : free from vexation or doubt <comfortable assumptions> b : free from stress or tension <a comfortable routine>
— com·fort·able·ness noun
— com·fort·ably \-blē\ adverb
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First Known Use of COMFORTABLE
1769
Synonym Discussion of COMFORTABLE
comfortable, cozy, snug, easy, restful mean enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security. comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease <started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings>. cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness <a cozy neighborhood coffee shop>. snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more <a snug little cottage>. easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint <living in easy circumstances>. restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation <a quiet restful vacation>.
COMFORTABLY Defined for Kids
comfortable
adjective com·fort·able \ˈkəm-fər-tə-bəl, ˈkəmf-tər-bəl\
Definition of COMFORTABLE for Kids
1
: giving physical ease <a comfortable chair>
2
: more than what is needed <a comfortable income>
3
: physically at ease
— com·fort·ably \-blē\ adjective
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