Euphemism Meaning in English & Hindi, Synonyms, Antonyms

Euphemism – Noun

Euphemism Meaning in English:

• • • substitute
    • understatement

It is a figure of speech or expression used to replace a harsh, offensive, or unpleasant term with a milder, more socially acceptable one.

Euphemism Meaning in Hindi:

• • • शिष्टोक्ति

Use of “Euphemism” Word in Sentences, Examples

• English: Passed away” is a euphemism for “died.”
• Hindi: इंतक़ाल हो गये” “मर गए” का शोभायमान भाषा है।
• English: Let go” is a euphemism for “fired” in a job context.
• Hindi: छुट्टी पर भेज दिया” नौकरी से बर्खास्त होने का उपमधुर भाषा है।
• English: Senior citizens” is a euphemism for “old people.”
• Hindi: “वरिष्ठ नागरिक” “बूढ़े लोगों” का शोभायमान भाषा है।

Synonyms of Euphemism: circumlocution, indirectness, delicacy, tact

Antonyms of Euphemism: bluntness, directness, crudeness, vulgarity