comfy

Everyday

1. (informal) Comfy means comfortable: soft, cosy and pleasant to sit, lie or be in. tree →
2. (informal) Comfy can also mean feeling relaxed and at ease. tree →

In the lessons

In everyday talk about clothes, beds, chairs and sofas; in stories it creates a warm, safe feeling; a short, friendly word.

Examples

• This sofa is really comfy. tree →
• I put on my comfy pyjamas. tree →
• Are you comfy in that chair, Nan? tree →
• These trainers are comfier than my school shoes. tree →
• The cat found a comfy spot by the fire. tree →
• Make yourself comfy while I make some tea. tree →

Note

Informal: in writing for school, «comfortable» is often better. Comparatives: comfier, comfiest (y → i).