Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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soften | No | No | Yes | No |
cushion | Yes | No | Yes | No |
soften (noun) | cushion (noun) |
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a soft bag filled with air or a mass of padding such as feathers or foam rubber etc. | |
a mechanical damper; absorbs energy of sudden impulses | |
the layer of air that supports a hovercraft or similar vehicle |
soften (verb) | cushion (verb) |
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become soft or softer | protect from impact |
make soft or softer | |
lessen in force or effect | |
make less severe or harsh | |
protect from impact | |
make (images or sounds) soft or softer | |
give in, as to influence or pressure |