comfortable

Everyday

1. Pleasant to use, sit in, wear or be in, without pain or being too hot, cold or tight. tree →
2. Feeling relaxed, calm and at ease, not worried or shy. tree →
3. Having enough money to live well without worry. tree →
4. Of a win or lead: big enough to be safe. tree →

In the lessons

In everyday life, comfortable clothes and shoes, a comfortable bed or chair; in feelings lessons, you should only do what you are comfortable with, and if an adult or friend makes you feel uncomfortable you can say no and tell a trusted adult. In sports or maths contests, a comfortable lead is a big one. Phrases: «make yourself comfortable», «feel comfortable», «comfortable with», «a comfortable win».

Examples

• This sofa is really comfortable. tree →
• Wear comfortable shoes for the school trip. tree →
• Make yourself comfortable while I get some drinks. tree →
• I don't feel comfortable talking in front of the whole class. tree →
• If a secret makes you feel uncomfortable, tell a trusted adult. tree →
• Our team had a comfortable lead of ten points. tree →
• The cat looked comfortable curled up by the fire. tree →
• The hospital said Grandpa was comfortable after the operation. tree →
• The inside of the house was comfortable and roomy. tree →

Note

Spelling trap: com-FORT-able, often said «COMF-tuh-bul» with three syllables. Opposite: «uncomfortable». Adverb: «comfortably». A doctor saying a patient is «comfortable» means they are not in much pain.