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comfort

verbgeneral usecommon/kõ.fuɾˈtaɾ/con·for·tar

Definition

1

To give comfort, solace, or relief to someone; to soothe.

Usage examples

She tried to comfort the crying child with a hug.
The priest's words comforted the grieving family.

Common combinations

comfort someonecomfort with wordscomfort a friendcomfort oneself