Cushion(verb)
Mitigate the adverse effects of.
Hindi meaning:शक्ति कम करना
Synonyms: Lessen, Allay, Decrease, Temper
Antonyms: Exacerbate, Intensify
Example: The fall of the dollar will cushion the impact of the oil price-rise and help contain inflation.
Trick to remember: Roshan ne cushion kiya drug addiction ko 
