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TOEFL BNC: 43923 COCA: 7168

cozy

1 cozy (US) adjective
or British cosy /ˈkoʊzi/
cozier; coziest
1 cozy (US)
adjective
or British cosy /ˈkoʊzi/
cozier; coziest
Learner's definition of COZY
[also more cozy; most cozy]
: small, comfortable, and warm小巧舒适的;温馨的
sometimes used in a joking or ironic way to describe a place that is not pleasant or comfortable有时用作戏谑或讽刺之意,指某处不惬意或不舒适
: friendly and pleasant友好而愉快的
often disapproving : suggesting or showing a closeness between two people, groups, businesses, etc. : very close(人、群体、企业间等)关系密切的
often + with

— cozily

(US) or British cosily /ˈkoʊzəli/ adverb

— coziness

(US) or British cosiness noun [noncount]
2 cozy (US) noun
or British cosy /ˈkoʊzi/
plural cozies
2 cozy (US)
noun
or British cosy /ˈkoʊzi/
plural cozies
Learner's definition of COZY
[count]
: a cloth cover that is placed over a teapot to keep the tea hot茶壶保温套
3 cozy (US) verb
or British cosy /ˈkoʊzi/
cozies; cozied; cozying
3 cozy (US)
verb
or British cosy /ˈkoʊzi/
cozies; cozied; cozying
Learner's definition of COZY

cozy up

[phrasal verb] informal
: to become or try to become friendly with someone in order to get help or some advantage献殷勤;取悦;套近乎usually + to
TOEFL BNC: 43923 COCA: 7168

cozy

1 of 3

adjective

co·​zy ˈkō-zē How to pronounce cozy (audio)
cozier; coziest
1
a
: enjoying or affording warmth and ease : snug
a cozy lakeside cabin
b
: marked by or providing contentment or comfort
won by a cozy margin
2
a
: marked by the intimacy of the family or a close group
We had a cozy dinner with the whole family.
b
: marked by or suggesting close association or connivance
a cozy agreement
His political opponents accused him of getting too cozy with powerful companies.
3
: marked by a discreet and cautious attitude or procedure
a cozy waiting game
cozily adverb
coziness noun

cozy

2 of 3

noun

plural cozies
1
: a padded covering especially for a teapot to keep the contents hot
2
: a light detective story that usually features a well-educated protagonist and little explicit violence

cozy

3 of 3

adverb

: in a cautious manner
… play it cozy and wait for the other team to make a mistake. Bobby Dodd
Choose the Right Synonym for cozy

comfortable, cozy, snug, easy, restful mean enjoying or providing a position of contentment and security.

comfortable applies to anything that encourages serenity, well-being, or complacency as well as physical ease.

started feeling comfortable in our new surroundings

cozy suggests warmth, shelter, assured ease, and friendliness.

a cozy neighborhood coffee shop

snug suggests having just enough space for comfort and safety but no more.

a snug little cottage

easy implies relief from or absence of anything likely to cause discomfort or constraint.

living in easy circumstances

restful applies to whatever induces or contributes to rest or relaxation.

a quiet restful vacation

Example Sentences

Adjective The room was warm and cozy. We had a cozy dinner with the whole family. I spent a cozy evening reading in front of the fire. He claims that there is a cozy arrangement between the police and the drug dealers.
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
The hues of fall are on display in this warm and cozy table setting. Charlyne Mattox, Country Living, 14 Sep. 2022 To keep costs low and upgrade a space in small ways, opt for a new warm and cozy neutral throw blanket or set of throw pillows. Annie Burdick, Peoplemag, 10 Sep. 2022 Made of cuddly fleece, this adorable toddler robe is particularly soft and cozy—perfect for warming your kids up in cooler weather. Lauren Gray, Popular Mechanics, 10 Aug. 2022 Testers raved about how soft and cozy the plush fabric felt and appreciated how easy the controls were to use. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 8 Aug. 2022 The elegant neoclassical façade invites guests to a Parisian, warm and cozy atmosphere. Cécilia Pelloux, Forbes, 31 July 2022 What Mohr wanted was a home that would be light, bright, warm, and cozy. Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 July 2022 The clients sought out 2Michaels, whose office is located eight blocks from the house, to create a warm and cozy space for living and entertaining. Charles Curkin, ELLE Decor, 13 July 2022 Soft and cozy, this one can be draped over a couch or chair and used as a tote blanket. Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 24 May 2022
Noun
Le Wallace's 45 guest rooms, which range from cozy-but-comfortable singles to large balcony suites, were the work of interiors duo Hauvette & Madani, who took the lushness of the 1970s Italian Riviera as inspiration. Hannah Walhout, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2022 Ahead of autumn, a cozy knit with jean shorts or faux leather legging and ballet flats might be the ticket for an anti-try-hard outfit in transitional weather. Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Harper's BAZAAR, 23 Aug. 2022 This cozy, tucked away Vrbo is perfect for those looking to simply get away and enjoy the wilderness. Josie Howell | Jhowell@al.com, al, 3 Aug. 2022 In episode 3, the hedge fund manager-by-day exudes cozy-chic in her off-white coat, red dress, knit headband, and cream heeled booties. Erica Gonzales, ELLE, 9 July 2022 The event will be held at The Oasis, a cozy, renovated 1800s storefront adjacent to Union Church, 3 Elm St. Admission and refreshments are free. Hartford Courant, 22 June 2022 The event will be held at The Oasis, a cozy, renovated 1800s storefront adjacent to Union Church, 3 Elm St. Admission is free and dress is casual. Hartford Courant, 19 May 2022 No one does cozy quite like Ugg, which is why its slippers are so popular among celebs and customers. Alex Warner, PEOPLE.com, 14 Feb. 2022 Speaking of cozy, check out the Weighted Throw Blanket, too. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 26 Apr. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective, Noun, and Adverb

perhaps of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian koselig cozy

First Known Use

Adjective

1709, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Adverb

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cozy was in 1709
TOEFL BNC: 43923 COCA: 7168

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