Word

euphemism, n.
(euphemisms)

an inoffensive or indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh
<noun.communication>

euphemism

lexical pointers

derivationally related form

euphemistic euphemize

antonym

semantic pointers

member of this domain (usage)

deceased, gone, asleep, at peace, at rest, departed neutralization, neutralisation passing, release, loss, departure, exit, expiration, going collateral damage sanitation department bowel movement, movement, bm leak, wetting, making water, passing water

hypernym

expression, saying, locution