comforting
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- comfortingly adverb
- uncomforting adjective
Etymology
Origin of comforting
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; comfort + -ing 2
Example Sentences
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The promo seemed like an odd choice given how the network evening news anchor has traditionally been a position requiring gravitas and comforting familiarity for its habit-driven audience.
From Los Angeles Times
Coach John Harbaugh walked alongside Loop from the field to the locker room, with his arm around his back comforting him.
From Los Angeles Times
The self-love script took hold in part because it offered a comforting narrative.
Being online is easier and more comforting, he says, as "the pressure is real".
From BBC
It’s a very sad song, obviously, but it feels comforting to know that people 45 years ago felt the same anxiety as I do now.
From Salon
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