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What is "homey"? And do "cozy" and "comfortable" are the same?

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Rebecca

Great question! Although the nuances are slightly different, "cozy" and "comfortable" are suitable replacements for "homey". If something or somewhere is "homey", it means it gives the feeling of someone's home, which implies that it feels "cozy" and "comfortable". "Cozy" is usually used to describe something that is warm and soft, for example most pajamas could be described as "cozy". "Comfortable" is used to describe something that does not cause irritation or pain to use, or a state of being that is not experiencing pain or irritation. Ex: The fireplace and blankets make the living room feel homey. Ex: I love this hoodie because it is cozy. Ex: This chair is very comfortable.

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