comfortable
ˈkʌmftərbəl
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Definition of comfortable - Reverso English Dictionary

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Adjective

1.
comfortproviding physical ease and relaxation
  • This chair is very comfortable to sit in.
cozy relaxed snug
2.
mental easeproviding mental peace and ease
  • The quiet room was comfortable for studying.
calming relaxing soothing
3.
emotionconfident and relaxed in a situation
  • He is comfortable speaking in public.
at ease self-assured
4.
financially secureRarehaving enough money to live without worryRare
  • They are comfortable and don't worry about bills.
affluent wealthy
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Expressions with comfortable

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relaxed and confident in presenting oneself and interacting with others
She is comfortable in her own skin at the party.
change clothes to wear something easier or softer
She went to get into pajamas more comfortable after work.
comfortably familiar, easy and pleasant like a well-worn shoe
She felt comfortable as an old shoe in her hometown.
feeling at ease with oneself
She is comfortable in her skin and embraces her uniqueness.
change clothes smoothly into casual or relaxed wear
After work, she slipped into something more comfortable to relax.
place where one feels relaxed and at ease
The library provides a comfortable environment for studying.

Origin of comfortable

Latin, comfortare (to strengthen) + -able (capable of)

Terms with comfortable included in their meaning

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easieradj.
comfort
more comfortable or convenient
emotion
comfortable and at ease after change or unrest
emotion
feeling relaxed and comfortable
comfort
comfortable and relaxed in a place or situation
comfort
comfortable and confident in a particular place
emotion
comfortable and relaxed in a particular situation
casual wear
comfortable, casual shorts often worn for leisure
habit familiarity
feel comfortable with something after doing it often

Examples of comfortable in a sentence

  • She wore a comfortable sweater for the trip.
  • The comfortable atmosphere made the meeting productive.
  • Her comfortable presence eased the tension in the room.
  • She felt comfortable in her new role at work.
  • The students were comfortable asking questions in class.
  • They live a comfortable life with their savings.

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  1. French:confortable, apaisant, ...
  2. German:bequem, angenehm, ...
  3. Italian:comodo, sereno, ...
  4. Spanish:cómodo, relajante, ...
  5. Portuguese:confortável, tranquilo, ...
  6. Chinese:舒适的, 安逸的, ...
  7. Japanese:快適な, 落ち着く, ...
  8. Arabic:مُرِيح, مُطْمَئِن, ...
  9. Hebrew:נוֹחַ, נָעִים, ...
  10. Russian:удобный, спокойный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:зручний, спокійний, ...
  12. Hindi:आरामदायक, सहज, ...
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