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adjective

Definition of comfortingnext
1
as in encouraging
making one feel good inside the comforting smell of fresh bread

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2
as in relaxing
tending to calm the emotions and relieve stress a long comforting soak in a hot bath

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comforting

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noun

as in reassurance
the giving of hope and strength in times of grief, distress, or suffering the comforting of the sick has always been regarded as one of the major acts of charity

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comforting

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verb

present participle of comfort
as in reassuring
to ease the grief or distress of the first responders did their best to comfort the victims of the terrible tornado

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comforting
  1. encouraging
  2. reassurance
  3. rewarding
  4. soothing
  5. assuring
  6. warm
  7. consolation
  8. fulfilling
Adjective
  • But Jia En’s encouraging news is rejected by Adik, whose self-destructive impulses and lingering anger over past events trigger a tragedy that forces the brothers to flee their home and become fugitives.
    Richard Kuipers, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
  • So having empirical evidence of a method that works, even in just some situations, is encouraging.
    Stephen Ornes, Quanta Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
Definition of encouraging
Noun
  • Cross-checking information with nonpartisan groups and reputable news outlets can offer that extra layer of reassurance.
    Diana Spehar, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
  • Easterly and her state counterparts play this message of reassurance on repeat, interview after interview and speech after speech.
    Barton Gellman, TIME, 24 Oct. 2024
Definition of reassurance
Adjective
  • Learning and using your physical skills to achieve your goal will be rewarding.
    Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
  • Newsletter Sign up for our email newsletter for the latest science news Life in the digital world can be rewarding.
    Discover Magazine, Discover Magazine, 7 Nov. 2024
Definition of rewarding
Adjective
  • It’s infused with Korean centella asiatica, renowned for its powerful soothing properties.
    Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024
  • Hatch employees worked alongside KFC's food innovation team to record the soothing sounds of frying KFC's new Original Recipe Tenders.
    Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 24 Oct. 2024
Definition of soothing
Verb
  • The company has also set up its own relief fund and is assuring users that its verification process is sound.
    J.J. McCorvey, NBC News, 17 Oct. 2024
  • Because evolving the brand strategy at pivotal moments can help quickly signal a shift in the company to key stakeholders—driving belief and assuring audiences through inevitable change.
    Anne-Marie Rosser, Forbes, 15 Oct. 2024
Definition of assuring
Adjective
  • Aim for a warm shower with warm water to reach a happy medium.
    Audrey Noble, Vogue, 23 Nov. 2024
  • Directed by renowned creative, Child, the space is warm and inviting, scattered with vintage accents and dim lighting that creates an atmosphere of personal reflection, setting the perfect stage for a song rooted in raw emotion.
    Quincy Green, Billboard, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of warm
Noun
  • As consolation to its shooters, the Stugna-P has a remote-launch function.
    David Axe, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • In this brand of rugby, teams of seven players compete in short, 14-minute knockout matches leading to semifinals, consolation and championship rounds.
    Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 22 Oct. 2024
Definition of consolation
Adjective
  • Though Charles moves into Pacific View to smoke out the thief, Schur presents an ecosystem of distinct characters who have made fulfilling lives for themselves in this building.
    Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 21 Nov. 2024
  • Conducting a financial needs analysis and working with a certified professional to explore annuities and other financial options can make a significant difference in securing a fulfilling retirement.
    Dr. Aman Alzubier, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of fulfilling
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