euphemism 1
noundomain: communication
Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh
Hypernym
saying 1
noun
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
EnglishAntonym
dysphemism 1
noun
an offensive or disparaging expression that is substituted for an inoffensive one
Derivationally related form
euphemistic 1
adjective
of or the nature of euphemism
euphemize 1
verb
refer to something with a euphemism
Member_of_this_domain_-_USAGE
asleep(p) 3
adjective
dead
neutralization 3
noun
(euphemism) the removal of a threat by killing or destroying it (especially in a covert operation or military operation)
passing 2
noun
euphemistic expressions for death
(euphemism) inadvertent casualties and destruction inflicted on civilians in the course of military operations
the department of local government responsible for collecting and disposing of garbage
