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
temporalof or relating to time as opposed to eternity
dementedmad
heedto pay attention
citeto call upon officially or authoritatively to appear (as before a court)
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
inclineto bend the head or body forward : bow
brazenmade of brass
hygienea science of the establishment and maintenance of health
nuptialof or relating to marriage or the marriage ceremony
indolentaverse to activity, effort, or movement : habitually lazy