# comfortably

**Pronunciation:** /ˈkʌmfərtəbli/ · KUM-fer-tuh-blee

**CEFR level:** B2

**Part of speech:** adverb

## Meaning

In a way that provides physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint; also, without financial worry or difficulty.

## Examples

- She slept comfortably on the plush mattress, undisturbed by the city noise.
- The small business is growing steadily and can now operate comfortably without needing external funding.
- He can comfortably afford a new car after receiving a significant bonus.

## Synonyms

- easily — Implies lack of difficulty or effort.
- snugly — Suggests a warm, cozy, and secure feeling.
- conveniently — Indicates something is well-suited to one's comfort or needs.
- affluently — Specifically refers to living with abundant wealth.

## Antonyms

- uncomfortably — The direct opposite, causing discomfort.
- uneasily — Suggests a lack of physical or mental ease.

## Common patterns

- comfortably + adjective — Describes a state of ease or sufficiency. — The sweater was comfortably loose, allowing for easy movement.
- live comfortably — To live without financial hardship. — With their new salaries, they can now live comfortably.
- sit/stand/sleep comfortably — To be in a physical position with ease. — The ergonomic chair allowed him to sit comfortably for hours.

## Collocations

- sit comfortably — Please sit comfortably and make yourself at home.
- live comfortably — They saved enough money to live comfortably in retirement.
- comfortably warm — The room was comfortably warm, perfect for reading.

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