Padded has 3 different meanings across 1 category:
Adjective
Verb
1
simple past tense and past participle of pad
"The thief padded through the hallway, trying not to make a sound."
In plain English: To pad something means to put soft material inside it so that it is thicker and more comfortable.
"The thief padded the stolen package with newspaper to hide its weight and shape."
Adjective
1
softened by the addition of cushions or padding
"The padded seats on the bus made the long ride much more comfortable."
2
Having padding.
"The padded chair was comfortable to sit in after a long day at work."
Example Sentences
"The thief padded the stolen package with newspaper to hide its weight and shape."
verb
"She padded her backpack with extra clothes for the long hike."
verb
"The actor padded his legs to hide their natural shape under the costume."
verb
"Workers padded the floor of the gym to prevent injuries during practice."
verb