adj
comforting
KUHM-fuh-tihng
adj
1
Bringing relief from worry, sadness, or pain; soothing.
"It was comforting to hear her voice after such a long day."
"The doctor gave us a comforting explanation of the results."
How to Use Comforting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that makes you feel calmer or less worried.
Common pairings
a comforting thought
comforting words
find it comforting
Word Forms
more comforting comparative, comfortings plural, most comforting superlative
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It was _____ to hear her voice after such a long day.