comfy

adjective

ˈkəm(p)-fē How to pronounce comfy (audio)
Definition of comfynext
1
as in comfortable
providing physical comfort couldn't wait to return home and sleep in his own comfy bed

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2
as in relaxed
enjoying physical comfort customers are not likely to get too comfy in the restaurant's unforgiving chairs

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Recent Examples of comfy These Western pants are comfy and non-restricting—and full of rich textures. — Anna Traver, InStyle, 29 Aug. 2026 Pair this outfit with a pair of Mary Jane-style sneakers that are comfy and easy to style with leggings. — Jenifer Calle, Glamour, 28 Aug. 2026 Your next favorite comfy chair also comes with a matching ottoman for purchase to kick your feet up during movie marathons, or your fifth rewatch of Widow’s Bay. — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 27 Aug. 2026 No list of comfy flats would be complete without my all-time favorite pair. — Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for comfy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comfy
  1. comfortable
  2. relaxed
  3. snug
  4. soft
Adjective
  • This year’s Labor Day travel deals stretch well beyond the basics, with savings on airfare, hotels, cruises, train journeys, luggage, outdoor gear, and accessories that make getting from here to there more comfortable.
    — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • In the wake of Antonio Silva’s move to the Premier League, Benfica should suit Circati, who is also comfortable moving the ball forward through adventurous carries and long passes from defence.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of comfortable
Adjective
  • Discover the Region of Valencia, where every experience invites you to embrace the relaxed rhythm of Mediterranean life.
    — Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The relaxed but sophisticated style is eye-catching and sleek, but not too stuffy.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of relaxed
Adjective
  • What about the fact that the yield on investment-grade corporate debt remains below its peak from a few years ago, because spreads over Treasuries are so snug?
    — Michael Santoli, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Most of the 106 rooms—the penthouse situation the exception—are snug.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of snug
Adjective
  • Offer a realistic time, suggest a softer plan, and let honesty keep the connection easy.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 Aug. 2026
  • There has always been something compelling about Paul Baker, something about the interplay between his frat-star good looks and Canadian soft-boy heart.
    — Ben Rosenstock, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of soft

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

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