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Definition of cushioning

cushioning

/ˈkʊʃ.ən.ɪŋ/
cush · ion · ing
Plural:cushionings
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cushioning Lexical Profile

cushioning Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

Soft, resilient material or padding used to absorb shock, provide comfort, or protect against physical impact.

Example

"These new running shoes feature extra foam cushioning in the heel to protect joints on hard pavement."

2

The action or means of softening the adverse effect of an unpleasant event, financial loss, or shock.

Example

"Emergency savings provide vital financial cushioning during unexpected periods of unemployment."

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• adjective

1

Serving to absorb shock, soften an impact, or lessen the severity of an unpleasant event.

Example

"The thick moss on the forest floor had a gentle cushioning effect beneath our boots."

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• Nearby Words

cushaw
cushion
cushion spurge
cushioning
cushiony
cushy
cusk

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cushioning. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cushioning
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