comfortable
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Britannica Dictionary definition of COMFORTABLE
[more comfortable; most comfortable]
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a
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not causing any physically unpleasant feelings
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producing physical comfort
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a comfortable chair/bed
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a comfortable home
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comfortable clothes
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a comfortable temperature
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These shoes aren't very comfortable for walking.
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I can't seem to find a comfortable position in this chair.
b
not used before a noun
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not having any physically unpleasant feelings
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experiencing physical comfort
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Are you comfortable enough in that chair?
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The nurse turned the patient on his side and asked him if he was comfortable.
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I was just getting comfortable when the phone rang.
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a
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allowing you to be relaxed
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causing no worries, difficulty, or uncertainty
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a comfortable routine
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They stayed at a comfortable distance from the crowd.
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She walked along at a comfortable [=easy] pace.
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The team has a comfortable 6–0 lead. [=a large lead that makes a victory seem certain]
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It was a comfortable victory. [=an easy victory that was never in doubt]
b
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feeling relaxed and happy
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not worried or troubled
— often + with
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He is most comfortable working outdoors. [=working outdoors suits him best]
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I'm not very comfortable with the idea of flying.
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I felt comfortable with her as soon as I met her. [=it was easy to talk and do things together]
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having or providing enough money for everything you need to live well
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He has a comfortable job/income.
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She makes a comfortable living as a journalist.
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They enjoy a comfortable lifestyle.
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The suit fits comfortably.
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Is everyone seated comfortably?
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They have enough money to live comfortably. = They are comfortably off.
