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Definition of Dysphemism
1. Noun. An offensive or disparaging expression that is substituted for an inoffensive one. "His favorite dysphemism was to ask for axle grease when he wanted butter"
Specialized synonyms: Bus, Heap, Jalopy, Old Man
Generic synonyms: Expression, Locution, Saying
Derivative terms: Dysphemistic
Antonyms: Euphemism
Generic synonyms: Expression, Locution, Saying
Derivative terms: Dysphemistic
Antonyms: Euphemism
Definition of Dysphemism
1. Noun. The use of a derogatory, offensive or vulgar word or phrase to replace a (more) neutral original. ¹
2. Noun. A word or phrase that is used to replace another in this way. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Dysphemism
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Dysphemism
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