comforting
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of comforting
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; comfort + -ing 2
Example Sentences
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So, something that survives 25 years and is consistent, and is not changed in any fundamental way, is comforting.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
He expects oil companies will take things slow and steady—perhaps not great news for Americans dealing experiencing pain at the pump or investors focused on near-term trades, but comforting for shareholders.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
But the real addition was a can of chickpeas, aquafaba and all, simmered alongside the Arborio until the beans softened and thickened the pot into something deeply creamy and comforting.
From Salon • May 12, 2026
But I can’t say it’s comforting to be on a cruise when news breaks of a suspected hantavirus outbreak on another cruise line, even if it’s a world away in West Africa.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
The idea that his DNA was steering things was weirdly comforting.
From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste
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