cozy
3 antonyms and opposites of cozy, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Warm, comfortable and sheltered, in a way that makes you feel relaxed. The usual American spelling of cosy.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Warm, comfortable and sheltered, in a way that makes you feel relaxed. The usual American spelling of cosy.
“We spent the evening in a cozy cabin with the stove lit.”
Opposites
2. adjective
Friendly and intimate, sometimes in a way that suggests an improperly close arrangement.
“The two of them had a cozy chat by the fire.”
3. noun
A padded cover placed over a teapot to keep the contents hot.
“Put the cozy on or the tea will go cold.”
Antonyms
How to Use Cozy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Everyday and affectionate; the noun sense is chiefly British and usually spelt cosy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between cozy and cosy?
None in meaning — they are the same word. Cozy is standard in American English and cosy in British and Commonwealth English. Choose one and stay consistent within a piece of writing.
What is a cozy mystery?
It is a genre of crime fiction in which the violence happens offstage, the setting is a small community, and the detective is usually an amateur. The tone is gentle and puzzle-focused rather than graphic, which is where the name comes from.
Can cozy be negative?
Yes, when it describes relationships. Calling a link between a company and its regulator cozy implies the two are too friendly for the public good, and the word then carries a clear note of suspicion.