euphemize

Verb

To express something unpleasant or embarrassing in a way that makes it seem more acceptable or less harsh.

ریشه

Derived from the Greek word 'euphēmismos', meaning 'use of a favorable word in place of an inauspicious one'.

مثال

• She euphemized her dismissal as a 'career change'.
• The government tends to euphemize the impact of tax increases.
• He euphemized his condition as 'a little under the weather'.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Euphemize the situation Euphemize the term Euphemize the impact Euphemize the condition