GRE Word List

EUPHEMISM

the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant

The meaning of the word euphemism is the substitution of an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant.

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WordMeaning
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contrivancea thing contrived
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welterwrithe
psychopathicof, relating to, or characterized by psychopathy
inroadan advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something
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forthcomingbeing about to appear or to be produced or made available
hamperto restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede