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pillow Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
A rectangular cloth bag stuffed with feathers, foam, or other soft materials, used to support the head when lying down.
Usage Example
"She fluffed her cushion before settling into bed for the night."
Strong
cushion
headrest
bolster
• noun (Context 2)
Any object or mass used to gently support the head or another part of the body.
Usage Example
"He used his rolled-up jacket as a makeshift pad during the long flight."
Strong
pad
Weak
support
• verb (Context 3)
To rest or place (one's head) on or as if on a pillow.
Usage Example
"She pillowed her head on her arms and quickly fell asleep at her desk."
Strong
rest
lay
cushion
• verb (Context 4)
To serve as a pillow for, or to gently support and soften.
Usage Example
"The thick moss pillowed his fall, preventing serious injury."
Strong
cradle
pad
Weak
support
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Pillow. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 17, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/pillow