comfort
/ˈkʌmfət/ · /ˈkʌmfərt/
CEFR level B1Topic EmotionWord #2271 in the learning path
舒适；安逸
Definitions
n. A pleasant state of physical ease and relaxation.
舒适；安逸
n. Relief from sadness or worry, or something providing it.
安慰；慰藉
v. To help someone feel less sad, worried, or upset.
安慰；抚慰
Example
I enjoyed the comfort of a warm bed after camping.
露营后，我享受着温暖床铺带来的舒适。
Support groups can comfort patients by providing opportunities to share experiences and discuss concerns openly.
互助小组让患者有机会分享经历、坦诚讨论忧虑，从而给予他们安慰。
Collocations
- in comfort
- take comfort in
- comfort someone
- creature comforts
Word family
- comfortable (adj.)
- comfortably (adv.)
- comforting (adj.)
- discomfort (n.)
Synonyms
- solace
- console
Antonyms
- discomfort
Usage tip
表示舒适或慰藉时通常不可数；作动词直接接人。
FAQ
- What does comfort mean?
- A pleasant state of physical ease and relaxation. Relief from sadness or worry, or something providing it. To help someone feel less sad, worried, or upset.
- How is comfort pronounced?
- UK /ˈkʌmfət/, US /ˈkʌmfərt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
