Synonyms of cushions

cushions 1 of 2

noun

plural of cushion

as in buffers

something that serves as a protective barrier

used a blanket as a cushion between the two tables in the moving van

Synonyms & Similar Words

• buffers
• pads
• bumpers
• shields
• fenders
• cocoons
• cushionings
• barricades
• paddings
• baffles
• safeguards
• mufflers
• cordons

cushions

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verb

present tense third-person singular of cushion

as in softens

to lessen the shock of

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• softens
• buffers
• gentles
• baffles
• moderates
• mitigates
• alleviates
• obtunds
• deadens
• dampens
• tempers
• modulates
• dulls
• relieves
• lightens
• allays
• eases
• assuages

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• intensifies
• heightens
• sharpens

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cushions

Noun

Reviewers say the fabric repels stains and zips off the foam cushions to throw in the washing machine. — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2026

And everyone is provided with a silk bathrobe, a lap towel and custom leather seat cushions that are cleaned after service. — Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 1 Aug. 2026

Once the covers are back on the cushions and fully dry, Madigan recommends applying Scotchgard. — Bianca Lambert, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2026

As the strings quiver like a James Bond crescendo, the song gets stereophonic, like we’re being blasted deeper into the cushions of a conversation pit. — Linnie Greene, Pitchfork, 29 July 2026

The quick-dry foam cushions are made of Sunbrella 100% acrylic fabric and have a taupe stripe. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026

Armani’s Rondevù armchair and Rondevù vis à vis bench are defined by their fluid curves and soft, inviting cushions. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 23 July 2026

The 80-gallon interior is roomy enough for gardening tools, pool toys, sports equipment, and extra patio cushions, while its lockable lid adds an extra layer of security. — Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2026

High-contact areas like seat cushions and armrests can lose their soft, dimensional texture with regular use. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026

Verb

While the sole is much thinner than many of the other options on our list, it’s made out of plush memory foam that cushions the foot with every step. — Kate Donovan, Southern Living, 30 July 2026

The glossy oil-gel formula cushions lips with squalane, passion fruit seed oil, and sodium hyaluronate for juicy hydration, while a hint of peppermint and menthol delivers a subtle cooling sensation that makes lips feel instantly refreshed. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 July 2026

The egg-crate foam promotes airflow and cushions pressure points, and the zip-off cover is machine-washable for quick refreshes. — Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 25 May 2026

Shoppers are raving about this $7 kneeling pad that cushions aging knees against hard, damp, and dirty ground. — Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026

The comfy gel pad cushions your joints, and provides gentle compression to reduce pain and swelling. — Tory Johnson, ABC News, 13 Apr. 2026

Its dense, ointment-like texture melts on contact, forming a protective seal that cushions fragile skin while locking in moisture. — Kiana Murden, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2026

It’s made with a flexible and plush EVA midsole that cushions every step and absorbs shock keeping foot pain away. — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 26 Feb. 2026

In a healthy economy, the middle and working classes provide a floor of stable demand that cushions this volatility. — Katica Roy, Fortune, 14 Jan. 2026