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 |
|---|---|
| arrears | the state of being behind in the discharge of obligations |
| tessellated | having a checkered appearance |
| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
| actuarial | of or relating to actuaries |
| reparation | a repairing or keeping in repair |
| sedate | keeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled |
| deadpan | marked by an impassive matter-of-fact manner, style, or expression |
| takeoff | a rise or leap from a surface in making a jump or flight or an ascent in an aircraft or in the launching of a rocket |
| courier | messenger |
| dupe | one that is easily deceived or cheated : fool |