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Exam: IELTS

euphemism

IPA: /ˈjuːfəmɪzəm/

KK: /ˈjuːfəmɪzəm/

noun

Definition: A word or phrase that is used to replace another word or phrase that might be considered harsh, offensive, or unpleasant.

Example: Using 'passed away' as a euphemism for 'died' can make the news easier to accept.

euphemist

IPA: /ˈjuːfəmɪst/

KK: /ˈjuːfəmɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who replaces harsh or direct words with more gentle or mild expressions.

Example: The euphemist chose to say 'passed away' instead of 'died'.

euphemistic

IPA: /juːˈfɛmɪstɪk/

KK: /juːˈfɛmɪstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Relating to a mild or indirect word or expression used to replace one that may be considered harsh or unpleasant.

Example: The politician used euphemistic language to soften the impact of his message.

euphemistically

IPA: /juːˈfɛmɪstɪkli/

KK: /juːˈfɛmɪstɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that uses mild or indirect words to replace harsh or blunt ones.

Example: He euphemistically referred to his job loss as a "career transition."

euphemize

IPA: /juːˈfɛmɪzaɪz/

KK: /juːˈfɛmɪzaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To use mild or indirect words to replace harsh or unpleasant ones.

Example: He tends to euphemize difficult topics to make them easier to discuss.

transitive verb

Definition: To use a mild or indirect word or phrase to replace one that is considered harsh or blunt.

Example: Instead of saying he was fired, she chose to euphemize it by saying he was let go.

euphemizer

IPA: /ˈjuːfəmaɪzər/

KK: /ˈjuːfəmɪzər/

noun

Definition: A person who uses mild or indirect words to replace harsh or unpleasant ones.

Example: The euphemizer chose to say 'passed away' instead of 'died' to soften the message.

euphenics

IPA: /juːˈfɛnɪks/

KK: /juˈfɛnɪks/

noun

Definition: The study or practice of improving human traits or characteristics after birth.

Example: Euphenics focuses on enhancing the phenotypic qualities of individuals through various interventions.

euphonically

IPA: /juːˈfoʊnɪkli/

KK: /juˈfoʊnɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is pleasant to hear; producing a harmonious sound.

Example: The choir sang euphonically, filling the hall with beautiful melodies.

euphonious

IPA: /juˈfoʊniəs/

KK: /juˈfoʊniəs/

adjective

Definition: Pleasing or agreeable to the ear.

Example: The euphonious sounds of the orchestra filled the concert hall.

euphoniously

IPA: /juːˈfoʊniəsli/

KK: /juˈfoʊniəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that sounds pleasant and harmonious to the ear.

Example: The choir sang euphoniously, filling the hall with beautiful melodies.

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