Synonyms for

Comfortable

Verb / ˈkʌmfɜ:tʌbʌl / Another word for comfortable — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

giving physical ease and relaxation

Synonyms & similar words

wellfixed easy welloff uncomfortable wellsituated wellheeled prosperous welltodo comfy cozy pleasant relaxed content easy snug convenient enjoyable restful homely welcoming calm serene untroubled secure peaceful soothing tranquil soft mild

Synonyms by register

Formal

convenient suitable agreeable satisfactory

Informal

cozy snug easy chilled

Literary

sereine placid

Antonyms

uncomfortable unpleasant difficult awkward strained painful disagreeable

Common collocations

  • comfortable shoes
  • comfortable chair
  • comfortable silence
  • comfortable living
  • comfortable temperature
  • comfortable fit
  • feel comfortable

Word family

noun comfort
verb comfort
adjective comfortable
adverb comfortably

Usage note

While 'comfortable' can describe physical ease, it also refers to a state of emotional security or lack of awkwardness. Avoid using it to describe abstract concepts where 'suitable' or 'appropriate' might be better.

Example sentences

  1. The couch is very comfortable to sit on.
  2. I wear comfortable shoes when I go for a walk.
  3. I like to wear comfortable clothes when I'm at home.
  4. The bed is very comfortable to sleep in.
  5. I feel comfortable around my friends.

Quotes

  • A comfortable old age is the reward of a well-spent youth. - Jane Austen
  • The most comfortable and enduring of the great material privileges enjoyed by our ancestors were those bestowed by the church, the monasteries, and the cathedrals. - Winston Churchill
  • A comfortable house is a great source of happiness. It ranks immediately after health and a good conscience. - Sydney Smith

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