comforting

[kuhm-fer-ting] / ˈkʌm fər tɪŋ /

ADJECTIVE

cheering

Synonyms

STRONGEST

encouraging reassuring refreshing soothing

STRONG

abating allaying alleviating assuaging consoling curing freeing inspiriting invigorating lightening mitigating relieving remedying restoring revitalizing revivifying softening solacing succoring sustaining tranquilizing upholding warming

WEAK

analeptic consolatory health-giving heart-warming

Antonyms

WEAK

aggravating depressing dispiriting distressing disturbing irritating upsetting worrying

Example Sentences

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Corporate sentiment readings are also more comforting for investors.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

In moments like this, I feel the need to say something profound or comforting.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

So, something that survives 25 years and is consistent, and is not changed in any fundamental way, is comforting.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

In a podcast with Hello Magazine, Logan described losing a parent as "discombobulating" but said the stories and messages sent by fans were "so comforting".

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Torak wanted to say something comforting, but stopped himself.

From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver

comforting

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