Euphemism Synonyms and Antonyms

yo͝ofə-mĭzəm
The use or an instance of equivocal language
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. substitution
  2. doublespeak
  3. ambiguity
  4. softened expression
  5. polite term
  6. equivocation
  7. code word
  8. mock modesty
  9. equivoque
  10. prudishness
  11. indirection
  12. hedge
  13. metaphorical speech
  14. prevarication
  15. verbal extenuation
  16. word in good taste
  17. shuffle
  18. overdelicacy of speech
  19. affected refinement
  20. tergiversation
  21. genteelism
  22. nice-Nellyism
  23. weasel word
  24. waffle
An inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh
(Noun)
Antonyms:
  1. dysphemism

Words Related to Euphemism

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. clear
  2. technical-term
  3. synonym

Euphemism Sentence Examples

  • In like manner, Sleep came to be used as a euphemism for Death.

  • It was a euphemism for ignorance, or lack of sufficient observation.

  • What is the euphemism for people who do the work properly for which they are paid?

  • It was a euphemism for death among the old comrades.

  • Bonus points will be awarded for the most ridiculous euphemism.

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