불쾌하거나 거친 표현 대신 부드럽고 간접적인 표현을 사용하는 어법.
The practice or style of using mild or indirect words or expressions instead of those considered harsh, blunt, or unpleasant.
예문:
"The politician used euphemism to avoid discussing the economic crisis directly."
"Euphemism is a common tool in diplomatic communication to maintain politeness."
불쾌하거나 당혹스러운 단어 대신 사용하는 부드러운 대용어.
A specific word or phrase used as a mild or indirect substitute for one that is offensive or embarrassing.
예문:
"The term 'passed away' is a common euphemism for 'died'."
"In corporate culture, 'career transition' is often a euphemism for being fired."
"He used the euphemism 'economical with the truth' to imply that someone was lying."