comfort

US /ˈkʌmfət/

UK /'kʌmfət/

A2

verb

  • To try to make distressed person feel better

noun

  • Acts or words that reduce pain or sadness
  • State of being relaxed, warm or happy

Examples

a quilted cover for added comfort

The hotel offers a high standard of comfort. The sound of gunfire was too close for comfort.