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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bombardment | a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones |
| metropolis | the chief or capital city of a country, state, or region |
| baleful | deadly or pernicious in influence |
| lofty | elevated in character and spirit : noble |
| conduit | a natural or artificial channel through which something (such as a fluid) is conveyed |
| abrogate | to abolish by authoritative action : annul |
| caldron | a large kettle or boiler |
| gourmet | a connoisseur of food and drink |
| amend | to put right |
| synchronous | happening, existing, or arising at precisely the same time |