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comfy

adjective

Pronunciation

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kuhmfee

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ˈkʌmfi

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Definition

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adjective

  1. informal

    Comfortable.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C1 · Advanced (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon
Typical Use
Neutral / general English

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comfy chaircomfy bedcomfy couchcomfy placecomfy roomscomfy leathercomfy sofacomfy spot

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Close in meaning, but not always interchangeable.

  • easy

    Comfortable; at ease.

  • snug

    Warm and comfortable.

  • homelike

    Having the comfortable characteristics of a home.

  • cozy

    Affording comfort and warmth.

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  • comfortableadjectiveRelated term

    Providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (`comfy' is informal).

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Synonyms

Sense: comfortable

cozyRegionalsnugcosyhomelike

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