Word meaning
euphemism
noun · YOO-fuh-miz-um
What does euphemism mean?
Euphemism means a mild or indirect word substituted for one considered too harsh or blunt.
Euphemism in a sentence
“"Passed away" is a common euphemism for "died."”
Synonyms for euphemism
- polite term
- softening
- understatement
Where does euphemism come from?
From Greek eu, "well," and phēmē, "speaking."
How to remember euphemism
- Say it out loud a few times: YOO-fuh-miz-um.
- Write one sentence of your own using euphemism, about something that happened to you today.
- Quiz yourself tomorrow, in three days, and next week. Spaced reviews are what make new words stick.