comforter
10 synonyms for comforter, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone who offers comfort or consolation to a person who is suffering.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use comforter
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
pull up the comforter
a great comforter
wrap a comforter around
Etymology
From Old French conforter (\"to strengthen, console\"), which also gave English \"comfort.\"
Full origin of comforter →Frequently asked questions
What does “comforter” mean?
The word “comforter” means someone who offers comfort or consolation to a person who is suffering. In plain terms, someone or something that comforts — a person who consoles you, or a thick bed cover that keeps you warm.
How do you pronounce “comforter”?
“Comforter” is pronounced KUHM-fuh-tuh (/ˈkʌmfɚtɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “comforter” in a sentence?
Here is “comforter” used in a sentence: “Her sister was her greatest comforter after the funeral.”
What part of speech is “comforter”?
“Comforter” is a noun.
Where does the word “comforter” come from?
The word “comforter” comes from Old French. From Old French conforter (\"to strengthen, console\"), which also gave English \"comfort.\".
How many meanings does “comforter” have?
“Comforter” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone who offers comfort or consolation to a person who is suffering.
