coziness
gb/kˈoʊzinəs/ us/kˈoʊzinəs/
B1
English
otthonos érzés, meghittség, otthonosság, meghitt hangulat, túl szoros kapcsolat, összefonódás
NOUN
B1
1
meghittség
B2
Usage pattern:
the coziness of [a place/occasion]
The soft lighting and the crackling fire gave the room a comforting coziness.
A lágy világítás és a pattogó tűz megnyugtató meghittséget adott a szobának.
After the long hike, she loved the coziness of a hot shower and clean pajamas.
A hosszú túra után imádta a forró zuhany és a tiszta pizsama jóleső kényelmét.
He missed the coziness of home while he was away on business.
Learner examples
I like the coziness of this café.
Szeretem azt az otthonos érzést, amit ez a kávézó ad.
The blanket gives me coziness.
A takarótól jóleső, otthonos érzésem van.
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse coziness (a comfortable feeling) with convenience (easy to use or access).
Meaning
warm, comfortable feeling
Collocations
a sense of coziness
|a feeling of coziness
|instant coziness
|winter coziness
|simple coziness
|pure coziness
|create coziness
|bring coziness
|add coziness
|coziness and warmth
Synonyms
comfort (broader and more general than coziness.)
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snugness (emphasizes being pleasantly warm and protected.)
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warmth (can be physical or emotional; less specific than coziness.)
Antonyms
discomfort (the opposite feeling of not being comfortable.)
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chill (suggests unpleasant coldness rather than warmth.)
Themes
daily_life
|home
|emotions
Definition
a warm and comfortable feeling
A pleasant feeling of warmth, comfort, and relaxation.
NOUN
B2
2
otthonosság
B2
Usage pattern:
coziness in [a room/space]
She chose thick curtains and warm colors to increase the coziness of the bedroom.
Vastag függönyöket és meleg színeket választott, hogy otthonosabbá tegye a hálószobát.
The little bookstore had a quiet coziness that made people want to linger.
A kis könyvesboltnak csendes, meghitt hangulata volt, amitől az emberek szívesen elidőztek benne.
Plants and rugs can add coziness to an otherwise plain apartment.
Learner examples
This room has a lot of coziness.
Ez a szoba nagyon otthonos.
Candles give the house coziness.
A gyertyáktól otthonosabb lesz a ház.
Common mistake:
Coziness is usually positive; it does not mean 'small' by itself (though small places can feel cozy).
Meaning
inviting comfortable atmosphere
Collocations
the coziness of the room
|living-room coziness
|cabin coziness
|holiday coziness
|rustic coziness
|coziness factor
|a touch of coziness
|layered coziness
|maximize coziness
|for added coziness
Synonyms
hominess (focuses on a place feeling like home.)
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snugness (suggests a small, warm, enclosed feel.)
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welcomingness (emphasizes friendliness and invitation more than physical comfort.)
Antonyms
austerity (suggests a plain, strict, or bare atmosphere.)
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coldness (suggests an unwelcoming feel (literally or figuratively).)
Themes
home
|design
|daily_life
Definition
when a place feels warm and nice
The quality of a place or situation that makes it feel warm, safe, and pleasant to be in.
NOUN
C1
3
Usage pattern:
coziness between [two people/groups]
The report criticized the coziness between the watchdog and the industry it was supposed to oversee.
A jelentés bírálta a felügyeleti szerv és az általa felügyelendő iparág közötti összefonódást.
Some voters worry about the candidate’s coziness with big donors.
Egyes választókat aggaszt a jelölt túl szoros kapcsolata a nagy adományozókkal.
There was an awkward coziness between the two departments that made oversight difficult.
Learner examples
People complained about the coziness between the company and the officials.
Sokan kifogásolták a cég és a hivatalnokok közötti túl szoros kapcsolatot.
Common mistake:
In this sense, coziness can sound critical; it may suggest favoritism or lack of independence.
Meaning
close relationship, sometimes improper
Collocations
political coziness
|unhealthy coziness
|question the coziness
|coziness between
|coziness with regulators
|coziness with management
|coziness with the press
|a troubling coziness
|accusations of coziness
|too much coziness
Synonyms
closeness (neutral; does not necessarily imply impropriety.)
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familiarity (can imply being too informal or over-friendly.)
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cronyism (stronger and clearly negative, suggesting unfair favoritism.)
Antonyms
distance (lack of close connection or involvement.)
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independence (acting without undue influence from others.)
Themes
relationships
|politics
|business
Definition
a very close relationship (sometimes too close)
A relationship that is very friendly and close, sometimes implying an uncomfortably close or improper connection between people or groups.
Grammar
Dictionary form
coziness
IPA
GB/kˈoʊzinəs/
US/kˈoʊzinəs/
Syllables & stress
co - zi - ness (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (co)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: coziness
- Plural: coziness
Word family
Expressions
a cozy night in
1/ə kˈoʊzi nˈaɪt ˈɪn/
fixed phrase
relaxing evening at home
a relaxing evening at home
Examples
- After a busy week, we planned a cozy night in with soup and a film.
- They chose a cozy night in instead of going out.
- A cozy night in sounded perfect once the rain started.
Learner examples
- Let’s have a cozy night in.
cozy corner
1/kˈoʊzi kˈɔɹnɚ/
fixed phrase
small comfortable place to sit
a small, comfortable place
Examples
- She created a cozy corner by the window with a chair and a lamp.
- The café has a cozy corner where you can read in peace.
- He likes to work in a cozy corner of the library.
Learner examples
- I read in a cozy corner.
cozy up
1/kˈoʊzi ˈʌp/
phrasal verb
get comfortable; cuddle close
to sit or lie comfortably, often close to someone
Examples
- We cozied up on the sofa with a movie.
- The cat cozied up against the heater.
- They cozied up under a blanket when the temperature dropped.
Learner examples
- I cozied up on the couch.
- The dog cozied up next to me.
cozy up
1/kˈoʊzi ˈʌp/
phrasal verb
move close for warmth or comfort
to sit or lie close to be warm and comfortable
Examples
- We cozied up on the couch and watched a movie.
- The cat cozied up next to the heater.
- She cozied up to him under the blanket.
Learner examples
- I cozy up on the sofa.
- The dog cozied up next to me.
cozy up to
1/kˈoʊzi ˈʌp tə/
phrasal verb
informal
flatter to gain advantage
to be extra friendly to get something
Examples
- He tried to cozy up to the boss before the promotion decision.
- Some companies cozy up to politicians to influence policy.
- She refused to cozy up to anyone just to get ahead.
Learner examples
- He cozied up to his manager.