Euphemism
/ˈjuː.fə.mɪ.zəm/
Synonyms
- substitute
- circumlocution
- gentler term
- softening expression
Slang Meanings
A way to sugarcoat reality.
Calling someone 'between jobs' instead of 'unemployed' is a euphemism.
A nice way to say something bad.
Using 'unexpectedly terminated' in place of 'fired' is a euphemism.