padded
Pronunciation: [ˈpædɪd]
Word
Context: “description”
(adjective) having extra material stuffed inside to make something softer or thicker. Imagine a pillow that feels nice and fluffy because it’s padded.
Example
The padded chair was so comfortable that I could sit in it for hours.
Example
The hard bench was not padded at all, making it very uncomfortable to sit on.
Example
Is the sofa padded enough for you to feel cozy?
Context: “action”
(verb) to fill something with soft material to make it softer, thicker, or more comfortable. Think about when you add stuffing to a toy to make it cuddly.
Example
She padded the dog’s bed with extra blankets to keep it warm.
Example
He didn’t pad the fragile items, so they broke during the move.
Example
Did you remember to pad the items before shipping them?
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