Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Ephemism



Definitions: the substitution of a mild indirect, or vague expression for one thought to be offensive, harsh or blunt. (Dictionary.com)

Examples "Mommy why is Auntie hill so fat," said the little girl
"she is not fat sweetie she is just big boned," said the mother.

"Sorry you are too vertically challenged to ride," said the man.
Words cited
"Euphemism, define Euphemism at dictionary.com." Web.25Mar.2010. .

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