euphemism

11 plus vocabulary word for grammar school entrance exams

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Learn the meaning of euphemism with synonyms, antonyms and an example sentence. Part of our 11 plus vocabulary list used for selective school and grammar school preparation.

euphemism

(noun)

Meaning

a mild expression for something harsh

Example

"The term 'passed away' is a common euphemism for death."

Synonyms

softeningcircumlocution