what is cozy

Cozy is an adjective that describes something that is comfortable, warm, and pleasant, especially a building or room that is small and warm. It is a low-arousal state cultivated by things that are gentle, familiar, and not overly stimulating. Coziness feels deeper than comfort, not just physical ease, but warmth and intimacy that shelter us against the harshness of the world outside. Cozy can also come from people, holding hands, and cuddles. Certain scents are cozy, like cinnamon and vanilla, a wood-burning fire, or the smell of old books. Cozy can also mean convenient or beneficial, usually as a result of dishonesty or connivance.