PADDINGS Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

paddings

noun

plural of padding

as in fillings

soft material that is used to fill the hollow parts of something the padding is leaking out of that pillow

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as in embroideries

the representation of something in terms that go beyond the facts that feature writer is sometimes guilty of padding, since his stories often contain colorful details that can't be verified

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Recent Examples of paddings Other common features include patch pockets into which items can easily be stashed away and retrieved, and softer constructions that typically do away with paddings, linings and sometimes leave the jacket completely unstructured. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 3 Aug. 2026

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Noun

The corn is ground into masa, while fillings and banana leaves are prepared separately.

— Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 20 Sep. 2026
Stuffed with savory fillings and wrapped in crisp nori, Japanese rice balls called onigiri are made for eating on the go.

— Diana Yen, Bon Appetit Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of fillings

Noun

The looks were topped with more fringes, feathers and crystal embroideries, as seen on playful handbags and novelty charm jewelry.

— Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
Her scrolled embroideries have since been described as tirades, rants, and screeds—no horses or cables, just the language pummeling the eye.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of embroideries

Noun

Researchers compared data on two groups each with more than 500 people who were prescribed three fills of semaglutide or tirzepatide over six months.

— Ken Alltucker, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026
The Type of Pillow Matters Some fills are much easier to revive than others.

— Colleen Sullivan, Martha Stewart, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of fills

Noun

Staffers for major political figures have puzzled over the content, and are growing concerned about the rise of a new wave of videos with errors, exaggerations, misleading comments, and a tone that can be downright weird.

— Max Tani, semafor.com, 2 Sep. 2026
Distracting from real issues These conspiracy theories are more than exaggerations for a broader audience.

— Aaron Coy Moulton, The Conversation, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of exaggerations

Noun

Last month, retailer Target pulled a children’s Halloween costume from its shelves after widespread social media backlash, apologizing for selling a garment that critics said evoked racist minstrel caricatures.

— Dave Collins, Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026
In August, discount retailer Target stopped selling a children's Halloween costume that some critics said evoked racist minstrel caricatures, The Associated Press reported.

— Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of caricatures

Noun

Shen wondered whether there was a random model that could produce clique-free colorings more efficiently than Erdős’ approach.

— Leila Sloman, Quanta Magazine, 26 June 2026
Its nostalgic pink look is certainly a throwback to streetside cotton candy machines, but this time, the shade comes entirely from vegetable colorings and turmeric, rather than artificial colors.

— Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 June 2026

Definition of colorings

Noun

Lopez had been sentenced in Los Angeles County to 29 years in prison for assault with a semiautomatic firearm with enhancements for street gang activity, inflicting great bodily injury and use of a firearm, officials said.

— Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 20 Sep. 2026
The rest of the premium features—from an attractive metal build, a beautiful 4K OLED screen, the DialPad, and software enhancements—all return, making this a leading option for creative professionals.

— Matthew Buzzi, PC Magazine, 19 Sep. 2026

Definition of enhancements

Noun

The embellishments were concentrated through the bodice and hips, thinning out along the skirt to reveal more of the sheer fabric underneath.

— Julia Teti, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026
Nightgowns were another reference and appeared with curved necklines, satin bindings, lace trims, and tiny rosebud embellishments.

— Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026

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