comfort

• Zustand körperlichen Wohlbefindens, der Freiheit von Schmerz oder Einschränkungen, sowie ein Gefühl von Trost und Zuversicht.

A noun referring to a state of physical ease, freedom from pain or constraint, or a feeling of consolation and reassurance.

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1. B1formal

   A state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint.

   Körperlicher Komfort

   • The chair is designed for maximum comfort.
   • She found comfort in the soft, warm blanket.
   • The hotel room offered every modern comfort.

   Synonymeeaserelaxationreliefreposerestfulnesswellbeing

   Antonymeagonydiscomfortdistresspainsuffering

2. Emotional supportB1formal

   Consolation for grief or anxiety; a feeling of relief or encouragement.

   Trost

   • He took comfort in his friends' kind words.
   • Her presence was a great comfort to the family.
   • The letter brought him some comfort during a difficult time.

   Synonymeconsolationencouragementreassurancereliefsolacesupport

   Antonymeagonyanguishdespairdistressgriefmiserysorrowtormentwoe

3. Something that provides easeB2informal

   A person or thing that provides ease, support, or relief.

   Trost

   • A hot cup of tea is a real comfort on a cold day.
   • His dog was his only comfort after the loss.
   • Music has always been a comfort to her.

   Synonymeaidamenityconsolationconveniencehelpluxuryreliefsolacesuccorsupport

   Antonymeafflictionburdenhardship

• Jemanden trösten, aufmuntern oder ihm in einer schwierigen Situation emotionalen Beistand leisten.

A verb meaning to soothe, console, or provide emotional support to someone in distress.

1. Console or sootheB1formal

   To make someone feel less sad, worried, or upset.

   Trösten

   • She comforted her friend after the loss of her pet.
   • He tried to comfort the crying child.
   • The nurse comforted the patient before the surgery.

   Synonymecalmcheerconsoleeasereassurerelievesolacesoothe

   Antonymeagitatedistressharasstormentupset

2. Provide physical easeB2formal

   To make someone physically relaxed or free from pain.

   Erleichterung verschaffen

   • The soft pillow comforted his tired neck.
   • A warm bath can comfort sore muscles.
   • The chair was designed to comfort the user during long hours of work.

   Synonymealleviateassuageeaserelievesoothe

   Antonymeaggravatehurtirritatepaintorment