Euphemism
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An Euphemism is a expression used in place of one that suggests something unpleasant.
- Example(s):
- Right-Sizing (in place of downsizing).
- Sunsetting (in place of depracation).
- …
- Counter-Example(s):
- See: Word Taboo, Profanity, Taboo Term.
References
2023
- (Wikipedia, 2023) ⇒ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euphemism Retrieved:2023-7-5.
- A euphemism is an innocuous word or expression used in place of one that is deemed offensive or suggests something unpleasant. Some euphemisms are intended to amuse, while others use bland, inoffensive terms for concepts that the user wishes to downplay. Euphemisms may be used to mask profanity or refer to topics some consider taboo such as disability, sex, excretion, or death in a polite way.