cushier; cushiest
: entailing little hardship or difficulty
a cushy job with a high salary
cushily adverb

Examples of cushy in a Sentence

His uncle got him a cushy job in the city government. a big cushy chair that's perfect for watching television
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Its cushy foam seat is supported by sinuous springs for optimal comfort, whether sitting, lounging, or sleeping. Alexandra Kay, People.com, 25 May 2025 Add a desk and chair in one corner for a cozy office nook, and bring in a cushy recliner in another corner for the perfect breaktime spot. Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2025 Aside from the Super Series, the schedule is fairly cushy. Tim Graham, New York Times, 15 May 2025 The gel mimics the feeling of down, offering a supportive but cushy experience. Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 8 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for cushy

Word History

Etymology

Hindi ḵẖuś & Urdu khush from Persian khūsh

First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cushy was in 1915

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“Cushy.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cushy. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.

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