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| attentive |
paying attention to the needs or comfort of others. [1/2 definitions] |
| cheer |
to comfort or make happy (sometimes followed by "up"). [1/6 definitions] |
| comfortable |
giving ease or comfort to the body. [1/2 definitions] |
| console1 |
to give comfort in time of loss or suffering; make less sad. |
| convenience |
something that adds to comfort or ease. [1/2 definitions] |
| convenient |
easily used for someone's needs, purposes, or comfort; useful. [1/2 definitions] |
| cushion |
a pillow or pad that one sits on or leans on for comfort. Some cushions are used for decoration. [1/4 definitions] |
| haven |
a place of safety, shelter, or comfort. [1/2 definitions] |
| luxurious |
giving great comfort or pleasure. |
| luxury |
a way of living that is full of great pleasure and comfort. [1/2 definitions] |
| pad1 |
a piece of soft material used as cushioning for protection or comfort. [1/7 definitions] |
| plush |
full of comfort and luxury. [1/3 definitions] |
| refuge |
anything a person turns to for comfort or help. [1/2 definitions] |
| soothe |
to make less angry, pained, or distressed; calm or comfort. [1/2 definitions] |
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