comforting Get Printable Handwriting (com-fort-ing) 3 syllables Rhymes Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. to give relief from a painful or difficult situation; soothe;adjective. providing freedom from worry Example Sentence That is a comforting thought. Synonyms calm; cheer; console; ease; relieve Antonyms distress; misery; pain Rhymes Three Syllable Rhymes (1) comforting Share with your friends: