comfy

adjective

com·​fy ˈkəm(p)-fē How to pronounce comfy (audio)
comfier; comfiest
Synonyms of comfy
: comfortable
a comfy sofa
a comfy routine

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Examples of comfy in a Sentence

couldn't wait to return home and sleep in his own comfy bed customers are not likely to get too comfy in the restaurant's unforgiving chairs
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Sneakers can instantly add a cool factor to an outfit and keep you comfy — a true fashion win-win. — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026 From anti-theft purses that look like chic handbags to polished trousers that feel more like comfy sweatpants, these styles are versatile, functional, and comfortable to boot—and prices start at just $8. — Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 2 Sep. 2026 An exaggerated split wood base gives the design a floating effect while slightly upturned bench-style cushioning offers a comfy perch for sitting upright or stretching out. — Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026 The ensemble was simple, and offered a comfy, casual iteration on the ubiquitous quiet luxury aesthetic. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for comfy

Word History

Etymology

comf(ortable) + -y entry 1

First Known Use

1829, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of comfy was in 1829

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“Comfy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/comfy. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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