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If we knew each other's secrets, what comforts we should find.
John Churton Collins

Meaning of "comforts" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF COMFORTS

comforts  [ˈkʌmfəts] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF COMFORTS

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Comforts is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES COMFORTS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

comforts

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 comforts in the English dictionary

The definition of comforts in the dictionary is things that make life easier and more pleasant, such as electric devices.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH COMFORTS


disparates
ˈdɪspərəts
loggets
ˈlɒɡəts
particulates
pɑːˈtɪkjʊləts
ringlets
ˈrɪŋləts
Roberts
ˈrɒbəts
Soviets
ˈsəʊvɪəts
triplets
ˈtrɪpləts

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE COMFORTS

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

WORDS THAT END LIKE COMFORTS

all-sorts
Bermuda shorts
board shorts
boxer shorts
boyshorts
Cinque Ports
creature comforts
cycling shorts
exports
home comforts
liquorice all-sorts
of sorts
orts
out of sorts
shorts
sports
varsity sports
walkshorts
water sports
winter sports

Synonyms and antonyms of comforts in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

SYNONYMS OF «COMFORTS»

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

Translation of «comforts» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF COMFORTS

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

Translator English - Chinese

舒适
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

comodidades
570 millions of speakers

English

comforts
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

आराम
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

وسائل الراحة
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

удобства
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

confortos
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

আরাম
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

confort
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Keselesaan
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Komfort
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

快適さ
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

편의 시설
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Comforts
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

tiện nghi
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

வசதிகள்.ஆகியவற்றை
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

आरामदायी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

konforları
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

comfort
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

udogodnienia
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

зручності
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

confort
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

ανέσεις
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

geriewe
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

bekvämligheter
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

komfort
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of comforts

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «COMFORTS»

The term «comforts» is quite widely used and occupies the 23.713 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «COMFORTS» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «comforts» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «comforts» 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 comforts

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10 QUOTES WITH «COMFORTS»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word comforts.
1
Beth Anderson
Everything is just better in California - the wine, the food, fruits and vegetables, the comforts of living. Even the instrumentalists are generous and curious. Everything is wonderful.
2
Margaret Beckett
Some people think that going on a caravan holiday is a slightly more upscale version of camping. Let me assure you, it is much better than that. You know that you will have your creature comforts wherever you are. I never have to pack light, and I can put the kettle on in any location.
3
Katherine Boo
People naturally long for a bit of the wealth that is whorling all around them, and if the work and education available to them won't get them closer to the comforts that they see others enjoying, the temptation to take shortcuts can be fierce.
4
H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
A true friend encourages us, comforts us, supports us like a big easy chair, offering us a safe refuge from the world.
5
Alexis Carrel
Comforts and syphilis are the greatest enemies of mankind.
6
Cleopatra
All strange and terrible events are welcome, but comforts we despise.
7
John Churton Collins
If we knew each other's secrets, what comforts we should find.
8
Jeffrey Deitch
Disney is our contemporary landscape. The best art will reflect that and challenge you. Disney comforts you, whereas the best art shakes up your comfort level and perception.
9
Pete Earley
Mental illnesses are so frightening and there's so much ignorance about them that I think it comforts people to think, 'Oh, well, it happens to these people because they deserve it.'
10
Vic Fuentes
When I'm writing, I separate from everyone. Even my band. I push myself, and I'm alone with my thoughts. Separating from friends and comforts and family lets you think a lot deeper about subject matter. Working alone drives me a little crazy, but it makes the writing as honest as possible.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «COMFORTS»

Discover the use of comforts in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to comforts and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Home Comforts: The Art and Science of Keeping House
Ranging from suggestions for the care of musical instruments to maintaining home safety, a celebration of and guide to the finer points of home-keeping offers a contemporary, creative, and positive take on a traditional subject
Cheryl Mendelson, 2005
2
The Comforts of Home: Prostitution in Colonial Nairobi
Given the overwhelming white dominance in the written sources, it is a remarkable achievement."—Claire Robertson, International Journal of African Historical Studies "White's book . . . takes a unique approach to a largely unexplored ...
Luise White, 2009
3
Simple Comforts: 50 Heartwarming Recipes
Featuring recipes such as Cinnamon Streusel-Sour Cream Coffee Cake, Winter Vegetable Stew with Moroccan Flavors, Savory Meatloaf with Maple-Mustard Glaze and Rich Brown Gravy, Apple and Ginger Spiced Sweet Potatoes, and Old-Fashioned, ...
Table,Sur La, 2010
4
A Patchwork of Comforts: Small Pleasures for Peace of Mind
Author Carol Wiseman asked people around the country to send her descriptions of their favorite comforts. The result is A Patchwork of Comforts, a collection of comforting and comfortable things to soothe body, mind, and spirit.
Carol Wiseman, 2004
5
Laundry: The Home Comforts Book of Caring for Clothes and Linens
For Cheryl Mendelson, laundering is the best part of housekeeping.
Cheryl Mendelson, 2009
6
Comforts: Webster's Quotations, Facts and Phrases
Proceeds from this book are used to expand the content and coverage of Websters Online Dictionary (www.websters-online-dictionary.org).
‎2008
7
Southern Comforts: Rooted in a Florida Place
One story takes us on a fox hunt; another reveals lingering racial problems. Permeating the book is the ever-present menace of growth and development and what it holds for Cauthen's Florida.
Sudye Cauthen, 2007
8
Sweet Pet Comforts
And what cat or dog doesn't enjoy the excitement of a new toy to play with? Drew Emborsky's collection of seven pet-friendly crochet designs will please your four-pawed pals with naptime comforts and fun items for recreation.
Drew Emborsky, 2009
9
Simple Comforts: 12 Cozy Lap Quilts
From best-selling author and award-winning quilt designer, Kim Diehl, comes this fabulous new volume featuring 12 original projects in Kim's signature style.
Kim Diehl, 2009
10
Small Comforts
Presents patterns and color photographs for crocheting six items for baby using Babysoft, a soft acrylic medium sportweight yarn.
‎2009

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «COMFORTS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term comforts is used in the context of the following news items.
1
Catherine Zeta-Jones comforts Michael Douglas after mother Diana …
It's been a tough week for Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones, as the Behind The Candelabra star's mother, actress Diana Dill, passed ... «Daily Mail, Jul 15»
2
Wright looking for home comforts
Wright looking for home comforts. By PA Sport Report. Share. Tweet. 11 hours ago. By PA Sport Report - 11 hours ago. Wright looking for home comforts ... «Eurosport.com ASIA, Jul 15»
3
Escape to nature with comforts of home at Camp Reinberg
I love the great outdoors. Hiking through local trails, exploring new areas and finding space for adventure is something I love to do with my boys ... «Chicago Parent, Jul 15»
4
In absurd video, Royal Marine mocks the comforts of officer life
There's a long history of enlisted U.S. service members mocking the comforts they believe the officers serving over them receive. A new video of ... «Washington Post, Jul 15»
5
'Bluebird House' Kyung Soo Jin Comforts Lee Joon Hyuk
On the episode of KBS2 weekend drama "Bluebird House" (script Park Pil Joo, director Ji Byung Hyun) broadcast on July 4th, Hyun Do stole ... «KDramaStars, Jul 15»
6
La. officer comforts girl after family's serious car crash
Last night, this precious 4 year old girl and her family were victims of a serious crash that occurred in the 9200 block of Airline Highway. «MyFox Atlanta, Jul 15»
7
Grade II listed farmhouse mixes original features with modern comforts
However, modern comforts have been added over the years, including a gym and the outdoor hot tub. The vendors, who moved in 14 years ... «Birmingham Post, Jul 15»
8
Get your tickets for 'Creature Comforts On the Road'
Gear up for a night of fun at the Lincoln/Lancaster County Habitat for Humanity fundraiser “Creature Comforts on the Road.” This year's event ... «Lincoln Journal Star, Jul 15»
9
Reba Wraps First Leg of Residency, Talks Comforts of Vegas
Having just finished the first leg of her Las Vegas residency this past weekend, Reba gives the entire experience high marks, adding it's ... «WNWN-FM, Jul 15»
10
Home comforts prevail as Hamilton takes pole
LEWIS HAMILTON gave the packed Silverstone crowd exactly what they wanted as he took pole position for the second time in three years at ... «The Voice Online, Jul 15»

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