padded
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈpædɪd/
KK: /ˈpædɪd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that is filled or covered with soft material to make it more comfortable or to protect it.
Example
The padded jacket kept me warm during the winter.
Conversation
I just bought a new jacket that’s really padded.
Oh nice! Is it warm enough for the winter?
Definitely, the padded lining keeps me super cozy.
That sounds perfect for those chilly days!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
cushioned
softened
stuffed
Antonyms
flat
hard
thin
verb
Definition
To fill or cover something with a soft material to make it more comfortable or to protect it.
Example
She padded the box with bubble wrap to keep the items safe during shipping.
Tense Forms
Past: padded
Past Participle: padded
Conversation
Did you see how I padded my resume before the interview?
Yeah, it looked really impressive!
Thanks! I thought it would help me stand out.
Root Explanation
Padded → It is formed from "pad" (from Old English *padda*, meaning a soft covering or cushion) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past participle or completed action). The word "padded" means having been made softer or thicker by adding a soft covering.
Memory Tip
Think of a soft covering ('pad') that has been added to something, which is what 'padded' describes.
Visually Confused Words
added
unpadded
spaded
podded
parded
gadded
addend