cushy

Easy and soft

Cushy means comfortable, easy, or involving little effort.

A cushy job pays well without demanding much work.

A cushy assignment poses no real challenge.

The word often carries a hint of envy or resentment—implying someone has it easier than they deserve: He landed a cushy position through connections.

privileged

elite

Superior select group

protected · favored · advantaged · well-connected · nepotistic · insider · coddled · spoiled · charmed · fortunate

comfortable

relaxed

Free of stress

peaceful · cozy · soft · plush · padded · comfy · easygoing · pleasant · soothing · warm

effortless

easy

Requiring minimal effort

manageable · uncomplicated · smooth · trouble-free · painless · undemanding · stress-free · low-pressure · light-duty · breezy

luxurious

plush

Thick-pile soft fabric

posh · upscale · swanky · deluxe · premium · first-class · pampered · indulgent · velvet · elegant

Categories
Opposites
effort and difficulty

cushydemanding

Requiring great effort

grueling · hard · tough · difficult · arduous

comfort and conditions

cushyharsh

Unpleasantly severe or rough

uncomfortable · severe · rough · spartan · inhospitable

Phrases
Family

cushion, cushioning, cushioned, cushiony, cushier, cushiest, cushiness, cushy number, cushionlike

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G