euphemism
/ˈjuː.fəˌmɪ.z(ə)m/
euphemism
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- 1.
the substitution of an offensive or blunt word or expression for one that is less offensive or more ambiguous.
"Saying 'passed away' instead of 'died' is an example of a euphemism."
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Passed away is a euphemism for died.
Passed away is a euphemism for died.
She used a euphemism to avoid sounding too harsh.
She used a euphemism to avoid sounding too harsh.
The report described the job cuts as a 'workforce reduction,' a common euphemism.
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How do you pronounce euphemism?
euphemism is pronounced [/ˈjuː.fəˌmɪ.z(ə)m/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does euphemism mean?
euphemism means "euphemism". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is euphemism?
euphemism is a Intermediate-level word.
Can you give an example sentence with euphemism?
Example: "Passed away is a euphemism for died." — used to mean "euphemism".
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