snuggles
Curls up affectionately
Snuggles means nestles or cuddles close for warmth or affection: The cat snuggles against my leg.
The word suggests cozy, intimate contact—settling into a comfortable position with someone or something.
As a noun, snuggles are instances of this affectionate closeness: morning snuggles in bed.
Gentle facial caress
- hugTight, affectionate clasp
- nestleSettle into sheltered comfort
- cradleRocking bed for infants
- enfoldWrap something completely
squeeze · hold · caress · clasp · spoon · burrow · curl up · wrap around
Gentle, caring quality
- fondnessWarm liking or affection
- adoreLove intensely
- cherishValue with deep affection
- bondingForming close connections
attachment · devotion · love · caring · sweetness · endearment · doting · warmth
Soft bed covering
- firesideArea beside the hearth
- pajamasSleepwear set
- fleeceWool still on sheep
- quiltsPadded fabric bedcovers
cushions · slippers · flannel · sweater · woolens · pillows · duvet · comforter
State of proximity
- togethernessState of close connection
- companionshipState of having company
- connectionA joining or relation
- trustConfidence in another
familiarity · pillow talk · bedtime · spooning · partner · beloved · soulmate · safe space
Juvenile canine
- kittenJuvenile domestic feline
- lap catAffectionate feline companion
- furryCovered in soft hair
- purringVibrating vocalization of contentment
pet bed · belly rubs · loyal companion · curled up · teddy bear · stuffed animal
nuzzle
Gentle facial caress
enfold · squeeze · hold · caress · clasp · spoon · burrow · curl up · wrap around · envelop
tenderness
Gentle, caring quality
bonding · attachment · devotion · love · caring · sweetness · endearment · doting · warmth · pet
blanket
Soft bed covering
quilts · cushions · slippers · flannel · sweater · woolens · pillows · duvet · comforter · beanbag
closeness
State of proximity
- togethernessState of close connection
- companionshipState of having company
- connectionA joining or relation
trust · familiarity · pillow talk · bedtime · spooning · partner · beloved · soulmate · safe space · vulnerability
puppy
Juvenile canine
purring · pet bed · belly rubs · loyal companion · curled up · teddy bear · stuffed animal
snugglesrecoils
Draws back suddenly
pulls away · flinches · withdraws · shrinks away · pushes away
- snuggle upEmbrace cozily for comfort
- snuggled up
- snuggle bunnyAffectionate nickname for loved one
- snuggle toySoft comfort object
- Snuggle BearDetergent brand's fuzzy mascot