Synonyms of cushioned

cushioned

verb

past tense of cushion

as in softened

to lessen the shock of

a substantial nest egg helped to cushion the sudden loss of her job

Synonyms & Similar Words

• softened
• buffered
• tempered
• mitigated
• modulated
• alleviated
• dampened
• gentled
• baffled
• dulled
• deadened
• moderated
• relieved
• lightened
• eased
• obtunded
• allayed
• assuaged

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• intensified
• heightened
• sharpened

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cushioned

Cheng Xin | Getty Images China's consumer and wholesale inflation rebounded in August, as higher global commodity costs and surging high-tech demand cushioned persistently tepid domestic consumption. — Anniek Bao, CNBC, 9 Sep. 2026

Wall Street’s own economists find that the households most exposed to AI’s risks are also the ones cushioned by stock portfolios large enough to absorb them. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 8 Sep. 2026

Many higher-income countries, though challenged by the disruption, have cushioned the blow by tapping strategic reserves or using their financial and political clout to secure emergency supplies. — Nana Menya Ayensu, semafor.com, 7 Sep. 2026

Asics Novablast 6 Sneaker Energetic and highly cushioned, with neutral support, Asics’ Novablast 6 is the perfect introductory road-running shoe for folks not interested in chasing speed or superhuman distance. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026

Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams still haven’t practiced and running backs have had a revolving door to the trainer’s room, while the loss of receiver Ricky Pearsall was cushioned by the availability of old friend Deebo Samuel. — The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Now on sale for 25 percent off, these simple sneakers will prove easy to style and endlessly supportive, with foam insoles that are simultaneously lightweight and well-cushioned. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 20 Aug. 2026

The heels even have cushioned insoles as well as smooth details to prevent chafing sensitive skin. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026

Lumbar support for those of us with a weak core can certainly dial up the comfort level, while footrests and contoured or cushioned seats are other nice-to-haves as well. — Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 17 Aug. 2026