cushion

noun
UK: /ˈkʊʃ.ən/
US: /ˈkʊʃ.ən/

  1. A soft object used to make a seat more comfortable.

    1. I put a cushion on the chair.
    2. The sofa had large, comfortable cushions that you could sink into after a long day.

  2. Something that protects you from the unpleasant effects of something.

    1. The grant provides a cushion against unexpected expenses.
    2. Savings can provide a financial cushion if you lose your job unexpectedly.

Synonyms

pillow pad buffer shield
cushion verb

  1. To protect someone from the bad effects of something.

    1. This money will cushion me a little.
    2. The government is trying to cushion the effects of the recession.

  2. To make an impact softer.

    1. The soft grass cushioned his fall.
    2. The company's profits cushioned the impact of falling sales.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "cushion" in English means: A soft object used to make a seat more comfortable., Something that protects you from the unpleasant effects of something..

The phonetic transcription of "cushion" is /ˈkʊʃ.ən/ in British English and /ˈkʊʃ.ən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "cushion": pillow, pad, buffer, shield.

Example usage of "cushion": "I put a cushion on the chair.". More examples on the page.