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Cushion

ˈkʊʃn

Cushion definitions

verb

Inflections:

cushion cushioned cushioning cushions

soften the effect of an impact on

"the bag cushions equipment from inevitable knocks"

Synonyms:
soften lessen diminish decrease mitigate temper allay alleviate reduce the effect of take the edge off dull blunt deaden absorb muffle stifle protect shield shelter cocoon
mitigate the adverse effects of

"to cushion the blow, wages and pensions were increased"

Synonyms:
soften lessen diminish decrease mitigate temper allay alleviate reduce the effect of take the edge off dull blunt deaden absorb muffle stifle