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Definition of Euphemism
1. Noun. An inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh.
Examples of language type: Neutralisation, Neutralization, Departure, Exit, Expiration, Going, Loss, Passing, Release, Collateral Damage, Sanitation Department, Bm, Bowel Movement, Movement, Leak, Making Water, Passing Water, Wetting, Asleep, At Peace, At Rest, Deceased, Departed, Gone
Generic synonyms: Expression, Locution, Saying
Antonyms: Dysphemism
Derivative terms: Euphemistic, Euphemize
Generic synonyms: Expression, Locution, Saying
Antonyms: Dysphemism
Derivative terms: Euphemistic, Euphemize
Definition of Euphemism
1. n. A figure in which a harsh or indelicate word or expression is softened; a way of describing an offensive thing by an inoffensive expression; a mild name for something disagreeable.
Definition of Euphemism
1. Noun. The use of a word or phrase to replace another with one that is considered less offensive or less vulgar than the word or phrase it replaces. ¹
2. Noun. A word or phrase that is used to replace another in this way. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Euphemism
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Euphemism
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