Cushioned

Pronunciation: /ˈkʊʃənd/

Definitions of cushioned

adjective describing a soft material or object used for padding or protection

Example Sentences

A1 The baby slept on a cushioned mat.

A2 She sat on a cushioned chair while waiting for her appointment.

B1 The athlete wore cushioned sneakers to protect his feet during the marathon.

B2 The luxurious hotel room had a cushioned headboard on the bed.

C1 The executive office chair was cushioned for maximum comfort during long meetings.

C2 The first-class airplane seat was cushioned with soft leather for a luxurious experience.

Examples of cushioned in a Sentence

formal The sofa was upholstered with a beautifully cushioned fabric.

informal I love sitting on the cushioned chair in the living room.

slang This cushioned seat is so comfy, I could fall asleep on it.

figurative His ego was cushioned by the praise he received from his colleagues.

Grammatical Forms of cushioned

• past tense: cushioned
• plural: cushioned
• comparative: more cushioned
• superlative: most cushioned
• present tense: cushions
• future tense: will cushion
• perfect tense: have cushioned
• continuous tense: is cushioning
• singular: cushion
• positive degree: cushioned
• infinitive: to cushion
• gerund: cushioning
• participle: cushioning

Origin and Evolution of cushioned

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Middle English, Old French, Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'cushioned' originated from the Middle English word 'cushin', which came from the Old French word 'coissin' and the Latin word 'coxa' meaning hip or thigh.

Evolution of the word: Originally referring to a soft bag filled with feathers or other material used as a cushion, the word 'cushioned' has evolved to also describe something that has been softened or made more comfortable, such as a cushioned seat or a cushioned blow.