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com·fort·able Listen to audio/ˈkʌmftɚbəl/ adjective
[more comfortable; most comfortable] 1 a : not causing any physically unpleasant feelings : producing physical comfort
a comfortable chair/bed a comfortable home comfortable clothes a comfortable temperature These shoes aren't very comfortable for walking. I can't seem to find a comfortable position in this chair.
b not used before a noun : not having any physically unpleasant feelings : experiencing physical comfort
Are you comfortable enough in that chair? The nurse turned the patient on his side and asked him if he was comfortable. I was just getting comfortable when the phone rang.
2 a : allowing you to be relaxed : causing no worries, difficulty, or uncertainty
a comfortable routine They stayed at a comfortable distance from the crowd. She walked along at a comfortable [=easy] pace. The team has a comfortable 6–0 lead. [=a large lead that makes a victory seem certain] It was a comfortable victory. [=an easy victory that was never in doubt]
b : feeling relaxed and happy : not worried or troubled
He is most comfortable working outdoors. [=working outdoors suits him best]often + with I'm not very comfortable with the idea of flying. I felt comfortable with her as soon as I met her. [=it was easy to talk and do things together]
3 : having or providing enough money for everything you need to live well
He has a comfortable job/income. She makes a comfortable living as a journalist. They enjoy a comfortable lifestyle.
— com·fort·ably Listen to audio /ˈkʌmftɚbli/ adverb
The suit fits comfortably. Is everyone seated comfortably? They have enough money to live comfortably. = They are comfortably off.

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