eu·phe·mism
eu·phe·mism/ˈyo͞ofəˌmiz(ə)m,ˈyo͞ofm̩iz(ə)m/
noun
a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered to be too harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing.
"“downsizing” as a euphemism for cuts"
synonyms: polite term, substitute, mild alternative, indirect term, understatement, underplaying, softening, politeness, genteelism, coy term
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Euphemism comes from Greek eúphēmos, which means "uttering sounds of good omen," "fair-sounding," or "auspicious." The first part of that root is the prefix ...
A euphemism (/ˈjuːfəmɪzəm/ YOO-fə-miz-əm) is an innocuous word or expression used in place of one that is deemed offensive or suggests something unpleasant.
The term 'euphemism' refers to those words or a phrase that can be used to convey something unpleasant, sad or considered taboo. It is the art of communicating ...
noun. an inoffensive word or phrase substituted for one considered offensive or hurtful, esp one concerned with religion, sex, death, or excreta. Examples of euphemisms are sleep with for have sexual intercourse with; departed for dead; relieve oneself for urinate. the use of such inoffensive words or phrases.
8 days ago · the use of a word or phrase to avoid saying another word or phrase that may be unpleasant or offensive, or the word or phrase used:.
A euphemism is a polite word or expression that is used to refer to things that people may find upsetting or embarrassing to talk about, for example sex, ...