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comfy

C2
adjective

Pronunciation

UK

  • /kˈʌmfi/

US

  • /ˈkəmfi/

Description

"Comfy" is a casual way to say you feel comfortable, usually in a warm, relaxed, or easy way. Think about sinking into your favorite armchair after a long day, wrapping up in a warm blanket, or wearing soft slippers. You can use it for things, like a comfy chair or comfy sweater, and for feelings, like saying, "I'm comfy right now." It can describe physical comfort, but also a calm and peaceful mood.

Examples

  1. 1

    Clothing

    I changed into some comfy clothes as soon as I got home.

  2. 2

    Furniture

    This chair looks old, but it's surprisingly comfy.

  3. 3

    Hotel

    We found a small, comfy hotel near the station.

  4. 4

    Travel clothing

    Wear something comfy for the long drive.

  5. 5

    Waiting

    Get comfy; the movie doesn't start for another twenty minutes.

    • Phrase

      get comfy

      sit or lie down so you can relax

  6. 6

    Hospitality

    Make yourself comfy while I finish dinner.

    • Phrase

      make yourself comfy

      a polite way to tell someone to sit down and relax

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • comfyadjective

Forms

  • comfiestsuperlativeadjective
  • comfiercomparativeadjective