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adjective

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

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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 the final results of the 10-year study, which focused on cow moose in the Cabinet and Salish Mountains, the Big Hole Valley, and the Rocky Mountain Front, were encouraging, says project lead and MFWP biologist Nick DeCesare.
    Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Nov. 2024
  • The defensive ranking is particularly encouraging, as the Packers really struggled on that side of the ball last year.
    Matt Modi, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of encouraging
Noun
  • While companies like Cisco tout AI’s potential to mimic human-like engagement, the reality often falls short, leaving customers without the reassurance and attentiveness that only a human representative can provide.
    Nizan Geslevich Packin, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • This moment was not just a reflection of her stepson's happiness, but also a reassurance that their co-parenting approach is working.
    Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 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
  • States in this zone include Maine, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Wyoming, Wisconsin, and northern areas of Montana. Zone 9 has warmer weather but includes low temperatures from 20°F to 30°F.
    Lauren David, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Between 2020 and 2022, according to U. S. Census Bureau data, Texas acquired more than 9 million new residents attracted by the state's more affordable housing, relatively strong job market, cheaper cost of living, lack of income taxes, warm weather, and a relaxed atmosphere.
    Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 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
  • Every aspect of your personal and professional life can exist together in harmony, resulting in a more fulfilling life.
    Brian Bartes, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Thankfully, Black Ops 6’s campaign is immensely more fulfilling than recent ones.
    Cade Onder, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of fulfilling
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