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It's just very homey in Ireland. It's very comforting and comfortable. There's lots of fireplaces with fires. It's just really cozy.
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Meaning of "comforting" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF COMFORTING

comforting  [ˈkʌmfətɪŋ] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF COMFORTING

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Comforting is an adjective.
The adjective is the word that accompanies the noun to determine or qualify it.

WHAT DOES COMFORTING MEAN IN ENGLISH?

comforting

Comfort

Comfort is a sense of physical or psychological ease, often characterized as a lack of hardship. Persons who are lacking in comfort are uncomfortable, or experiencing discomfort. A degree of psychological comfort can be achieved by recreating experiences that are associated with pleasant memories, such as engaging in familiar activities, maintaining the presence of familiar objects, and consumption of comfort foods. Comfort is a particular concern in health care, as providing comfort to the sick and injured is one goal of healthcare, and can facilitate recovery. Persons who are surrounded with things that provide psychological comfort may be described as being within their comfort zone. Because of the personal nature of positive associations, psychological comfort is highly subjective. The use of "comfort" as a verb generally implies that the subject is in a state of pain, suffering or affliction. Where the term is used to describe the support given to someone who has experienced a tragedy, the word is synonymous with consolation or solace.

Definition of comforting in the English dictionary

The definition of comforting in the dictionary is cheering; soothing; consoling.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH COMFORTING


balloting
ˈbælətɪŋ
disquieting
dɪsˈkwaɪətɪŋ
faggoting
ˈfæɡətɪŋ
fagoting
ˈfæɡətɪŋ
Folketing
ˈfəʊlkətɪŋ
nonrioting
ˌnɒnˈraɪətɪŋ
piloting
ˈpaɪlətɪŋ
rioting
ˈraɪətɪŋ
riveting
ˈrɪvətɪŋ
wainscoting
ˈweɪnskətɪŋ
wainscotting
ˈweɪnskətɪŋ

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE COMFORTING

comfort
comfort blanket
comfort eating
comfort food
comfort station
comfort stop
comfort zone
comfortable
comfortableness
comfortably
comfortably off
comfortably-furnished
comforter
comfortingly
comfortless
comfortlessly
comfortlessness
comforts
comfrey
comfy

WORDS THAT END LIKE COMFORTING

acting
cold starting
darting
discomforting
disconcerting
diverting
go-carting
go-karting
importing
karting
parting
reporting
self-supporting
shirting
skirting
snorting
sorting
sporting
Storting
supporting
unsporting

Synonyms and antonyms of comforting in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «COMFORTING»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «comforting» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of comforting

Translation of «comforting» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF COMFORTING

Find out the translation of comforting to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of comforting from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «comforting» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

令人安慰的
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

reconfortante
570 millions of speakers

English

comforting
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

आरामदायक
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

مريح
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

утешительно
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

reconfortante
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

সান্ত্বনাকারী
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

réconfortant
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Selesaikan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

tröstlich
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

慰めとなる
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

위로가 되는
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Nyenengake
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

an ủi
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஆறுதல்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

सांत्वनदायक
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

rahatlatıcı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

confortante
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

pocieszające
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

втішно
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

reconfortant
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

παρήγορο
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

troos
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

betryggande
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

trøst
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of comforting

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «COMFORTING»

The term «comforting» is quite widely used and occupies the 25.006 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «COMFORTING» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «comforting» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «comforting» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about comforting

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10 QUOTES WITH «COMFORTING»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word comforting.
1
Amy Adams
It's just very homey in Ireland. It's very comforting and comfortable. There's lots of fireplaces with fires. It's just really cozy.
2
Felix Adler
The past speaks to us in a thousand voices, warning and comforting, animating and stirring to action.
3
Mitch Albom
We all lose somebody we care about and want to find some comforting way of dealing with it, something that will give us a little closure, a little peace.
4
Laurie Halse Anderson
That can be the most painstaking aspect of being a teen, figuring out what the world really looks like. If you find someone in a book, you know you're not alone and that's what's so comforting about books.
5
Shari Arison
I have recently been able to see the new world - the quiet, the tranquility and the freedom it will bring with it. This is very comforting knowledge for me because I already know that what I envision eventually becomes a reality.
6
Raymond Aubrac
It's very comforting to know that you are faced with a difficult job. If someone gives you a job which shows every sign of being easy, then you are a prisoner of effortlessness.
7
Cecil Beaton
Americans have an abiding belief in their ability to control reality by purely material means... airline insurance replaces the fear of death with the comforting prospect of cash.
8
Kristen Bell
I find it almost comforting to count calories, because it makes me conscious of what I'm eating. But on Super Bowl Sunday, I thought, 'Surrender to it. It's nacho time.' Then I ate nothing but Doritos all day.
9
Andrew Bird
There is something comforting about going into a practice room, putting your sheet music on a stand and playing Bach over and over again.
10
April Bloomfield
Most of my food memories are of my Nan cooking Sunday dinners - roasts of meat with lots of vegetables. I suppose I cook what's comforting and dishes that make me feel good.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «COMFORTING»

Discover the use of comforting in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to comforting and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Nothing More Comforting: Canada's Heritage Food
The recipes in this book take advantage of Canada's unique foods, creating a taste that is distinctly Canadian. Nothing More Comforting will provide the avid as well as the armchair cook with interesting food facts and new recipes to try.
Dorothy Duncan, 2012
2
Comforting the Fearful: Listening Skills for Caregivers
Explains how readers who suffer from chronic fear and anxiety can find faith-based solutions, considering current psychological insight into anxiety, offering practical guidance to caregivers, and outlining a parish-based treatment program.
Leroy T. Howe, 2002
3
Comforting Touch in Dementia and End of Life Care: Take My Hand
This book offers inspiration for all caregivers looking for an alternative way to support and connect with a family member, friend or patient in their care.
Barbara Goldschmidt, Niamh van Meines, 2011
4
The Comforting Whirlwind: God, Job, and the Scale of Creation
In The Comforting Whirlwind, acclaimed environmentalist and writer Bill McKibben turns to the biblical book of Job and its awesome depiction of creation to demonstrate our need to embrace a bold new paradigm for living if we hope to reverse ...
Bill McKibben, 2005
5
Comforting the Confused: Strategies for Managing Dementia
The book is a valuable tool for inservice training and a practical resource for professionals.
Stephanie B. Hoffman, Constance A. Platt, 2001
6
The Art of Comforting: What to Say and Do for People in Distress
All of us will, at one time or the other, be called upon to offer warmth and support to another human being who is suffering-this book will show you how to answer the call with an open heart.
Val Walker, 2010
7
Comforting Your Crying Baby: Why Your Baby is Crying and ...
In this warm, reassuring book, baby expert and author Sandy Jones answers parents' many questions and helps them identify the source of their baby's suffering.
Sandy Jones, 2005
8
The Comforting Presence of God
This book takes readers on a journey through the promises God has given us, including- * He will provide guidance * He will give us strength to persevere * He will lift us up in difficult times Through personal reflection and biblical ...
Nancie Carmichael, 2004
9
Preaching God's Compassion: Comforting Those Who Suffer
Centering on five particular situations of suffering--loss, illness, violence, fear, and failure--this book suggests ways in which a pastor can preach to parishioners who are experiencing trauma.
LeRoy Aden, Robert G. Hughes
10
Johnson's Crying & Comforting
Packed with practical information, useful tips, and invaluable expertise, Johnson's (r) Everyday Babycare series is an essential reference for all new parents.
Eileen Hayes, 2006

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «COMFORTING»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term comforting is used in the context of the following news items.
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VIDEO: Hilary Swank Lends Support to Comforting Military Kids
Hilary Swank stopped by NBC's TODAY to tell Kathie Lee and Hoda about the deserving new campaign to which she's lending her celebrity: ... «Broadway World, Jul 15»
2
Comforting Prospects for Clay Industry
THRISSUR: The traditional clay oriented industries clustered around in the district, which had been reeling under a lack of raw material, see a ... «The New Indian Express, Jul 15»
3
Comforting chye poh kway teow
A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Sunday Times on July 05, 2015, with the headline 'Comforting chye poh kway teow'. «The Straits Times, Jul 15»
4
Porsche favorite shows comforting signs of wear
MY FAVORITE RIDE Porsche favorite shows comforting signs of wear. Story · Comments · Image (3). Email: Email a PDF of this page; Print ... «The Herald-Times, Jul 15»
5
How bubblewrap's newer version may leave millions bereft of a …
The very idea that the comforting pastime of squeezing countless transparent blisters - in rhythmic bursts or just randomly - would no longer be ... «Economic Times, Jul 15»
6
Tony Abbott praises 'comforting presence' of US Navy
"I've got to say that it's a very comforting presence in the world, the US Navy, and good to have you in Sydney," Mr Abbott told them. «ABC Online, Jul 15»
7
With Understated Cool, Lovely Day Serves Comforting Thai Food in …
Setting out to make the food accessible and comforting, Kazusa centered the menu around some of her favorite dishes, like Thai shrimp curry ... «Village Voice, Jul 15»
8
North Attleboro officer singled out for comforting mom, daughter …
NORTH ATTLEBORO — Local police Officer Craig Chapman has been recognized by Police Chief John Reilly for assisting a mother and her ... «The Sun Chronicle, Jul 15»
9
Parent praises Horry County police officer for comforting son
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) - Praises of an Horry County police officer have been sung on social media. Thousands gave a “thumbs up” to a ... «WMBF, Jul 15»
10
7th annual Comforting Kids Car Show
A 1965 Ford Mustang owned by Cricket Brinkman features a giant teddy bear behind the wheel and the Comforting Kids Car Show logo on the ... «The Tracy Press, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Comforting [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/comforting>. May 2024 ».
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