Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
comfit
noun
/ˈkʌm.fɪt/
Definition
A sweet confection, usually consisting of a nut, seed, or piece of fruit that is coated with sugar; sometimes refers to any kind of sweet.
Examples
- She offered me a comfit made of almonds coated in a sugary glaze.
- The market was filled with various colorful comfits, each one more tempting than the last.
- In ancient times, comfits were often used in medicinal practices due to their appealing taste.
Meaning
Comfits are often used as a form of candy, primarily made by creating a sugar coating over a core ingredient such as nuts or fruits.
Synonyms
- candy
- sweet
- confection
