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Figures of Speech - Euphemism
What is euphemism?
Euphemism is used to express a mild, indirect, or vague term to substitute for a harsh, blunt, or offensive term. Euphemism is often contrasted with dysphemism. Some euphemisms intend to amuse, while others intend to give positive appearances to negative events or even mislead entirely.
Examples:
These are examples of euphemism:
- Going to the other side for death,
- Do it or come together in reference to a sexual act.
- Passed away for die.
- On the streets for homeless.
- Adult entertainment for pornography.
- Comfort woman for prostitute
- Between jobs for unemployed.
