euphemize

• Verbe utilisé pour exprimer quelque chose d'une manière adoucie ou indirecte, notamment afin d'éviter toute offense ou brusquerie.

A verb used to express something in a mild or indirect manner, especially to avoid offense or harshness.

1. Use a euphemismC1formal

   To refer to something unpleasant or embarrassing using a milder or more indirect word or phrase.

   employer un euphémisme

   • She euphemized the layoffs by calling them 'rightsizing'.
   • He euphemized his dismissal as 'pursuing other opportunities'.
   • Politicians often euphemize controversial policies.

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