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- [kuhm-fer-ting]
- /ˈkʌm fər tɪŋ/
- /ˈkʌm.fə.tɪŋ/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [kuhm-fer-ting]
- /ˈkʌm fər tɪŋ/
Definitions of comforting word
- adjective comforting If you say that something is comforting, you mean it makes you feel less worried or unhappy. 3
- adjective comforting affording comfort or solace. 1
- verb with object comforting to soothe, console, or reassure; bring cheer to: They tried to comfort her after her loss. 1
- verb with object comforting to make physically comfortable. 1
- verb with object comforting Obsolete. to aid; support or encourage. 1
- noun comforting relief in affliction; consolation; solace: Her presence was a comfort to him. 1
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Origin of comforting
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
Middle English word dating back to 1250-1300; See origin at comfort, -ing2
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Parts of speech for Comforting
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
comforting popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
comforting usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for comforting
adj comforting
- soothing — that soothes: a soothing voice.
- refreshing — having the power to restore freshness, vitality, energy, etc.: a refreshing nap.
- invigorating — to give vigor to; fill with life and energy; energize.
- curing — the process of preserving food
- reassuring — to restore to assurance or confidence: His praise reassured me.
adjective comforting
- heartening — to give courage or confidence to; cheer.
- bolstering — a long, often cylindrical, cushion or pillow for a bed, sofa, etc.
- uplifting — inspirational; offering or providing hope, encouragement, salvation, etc.: an uplifting sermon.
- calming — soothing; tranquillizing
- cheering — encouraging shouts from supporters, admirers etc
noun comforting
- restful — giving or conducive to rest.
- mollification — to soften in feeling or temper, as a person; pacify; appease.
- relief — prominence, distinctness, or vividness due to contrast.
- palliative — serving to palliate.
- allayment — an abatement, moderation or alleviation
Antonyms for comforting
adj comforting
- depressing — Something that is depressing makes you feel sad and disappointed.
- dispiriting — to deprive of spirit, hope, enthusiasm, etc.; depress; discourage; dishearten.
- distressing — great pain, anxiety, or sorrow; acute physical or mental suffering; affliction; trouble.
- disturbing — upsetting or disquieting; dismaying: a disturbing increase in the crime rate.
- irritating — causing irritation; annoying; provoking: irritating questions.
noun comforting
- discomforting — an absence of comfort or ease; uneasiness, hardship, or mild pain.
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