Basic Details
Word: Comfortable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Feeling relaxed and at ease; not having any discomfort.
Synonyms: Cozy, snug, pleasant
Antonyms: Uncomfortable, uneasy, cramped
Idioms and Phrases
- At home: To feel completely comfortable and relaxed in a place. Example: "When I'm with my family, I always feel at home, no matter where we are."
- Put one's feet up: To relax and rest, especially after a long day. Example: "After the busy week, I love to put my feet up and watch a movie."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The new sofa is so comfortable that I could sit there for hours reading my book.
Example 2: She wore her favourite pyjamas because they always make her feel comfortable at home.
Example 3: The temperature in the room is just right, making it comfortable for everyone to sit and enjoy the party.
Fun Fact
The word "comfortable" comes from the Latin "comfortare," which means "to strengthen greatly." Over time, it evolved to represent the feeling of ease and relaxation we associate with the word today.
Famous Quote
"The greatest things in life are the things we do together, and that is wonderfully comfortable." Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "comfortable" mean?
a) Feeling tense and stressed
b) Feeling relaxed and at ease
c) Feeling bored and tired
d) Feeling hungry
Answer: b) Feeling relaxed and at ease
2. Which of these is a synonym of "comfortable"?
a) Cramped
b) Cozy
c) Tired
d) Boring
Answer: b) Cozy
3. Which of these words is an antonym of "comfortable"?
a) Relaxed
b) Pleasant
c) Uncomfortable
d) Snug
Answer: c) Uncomfortable
4. Which sentence uses "comfortable" correctly?
a) The chair was comfortable enough for her to sleep.
b) The cat was comfortable at the top of the tree.
c) He felt comfortable when it began to rain.
d) She wanted to make a comfortable sandwich.
Answer: a) The chair was comfortable enough for her to sleep.
5. Which idiom means the same as feeling comfortable?
a) At home
b) In hot water
c) A piece of cake
d) Under the weather
Answer: a) At home
